No city embraced privatization more eagerly than Chicago, where I live. Bethany McLean chicagocityeagerly Change image and share on social
In capital we trust. Capital is our savior, our holy grail, our fountain of youth, or at least health, for banks. Bethany McLean bankcapitalfountain Change image and share on social
The big banks advise cities about whether privatization is a wise choice. They also control the ability of states and cities to access the market for their financing needs. Bethany McLean abilityaccessadvise Change image and share on social
What's good for the financial industry probably isn't good for you. Bethany McLean financialgoodindustry Change image and share on social
Fixing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in isolation, without looking at the big picture, would be short-sighted. Bethany McLean bigfanniefix Change image and share on social