Better Than Palin

A few weeks ago the world was obsessed with whether or not Sarah Palin would make a good vice-president of the United States. Was she properly vetted? Could she step in when McCain's health fails? Did her "abstinence only" stance encourage her daughter (and other teens) to get pregnant, by not allowing birth control? Lots of interesting discussion — and jokes — on both sides of the political divide.

Fortunately, there wasn't enough there to keep us glued to the news for long. It had to give way to something far more interesting, and more influential to the world economy.

Will the US put forward a bailout plan?

What will it look like? Will Wall Street have to pay for their greed and indulgence? Will our retirement accounts have any money left in them when this all settles down? How can the government enforce integrity?

The 100-plus page plan that was voted down Monday is as confusing to most Americans as is Palin's viewpoint on whether we need this bailout and is it about healthcare or jobs?

Today, oil is down, so we can all afford to fill up the car. But that also means our investments are tanking!

Stay tuned…listen to as much of the congressional debates as you can. Always be improving your own financial literacy!