Another critical commentary by Krugman that is grounded by facts and without hubris. This is what sets Paul Krugman apart from non-journalist opinioneers. He doesn't unload unsubstantiated gossip. He holds subjects accountable and observes. If there are criticisms within the article - they are the result of the efficacy challenge of the subjects own words / deeds and the contraindications thereof. In this article he is highly critical of the Obama administration for not staying on task and maneuvering for political efficiency. He does so without hubris, personal attack or incongruous or insipid metaphor - that the info-tainment industry has been pawning off on a malnourished public as jouranlism. The article is completely ... More »

Paul Krugman makes his point quite eloquently. He cites a reasonable amount of evidence for his point of view.

It is very insightful and what Krugman says needs to be said. Even FDR's efforts took a turn for the worse when he became concerned about the deficit.

It's an opinion piece, from a liberal point of view. But it states what a lot of people are thinking - that those who were bailed out exert too much influence on current economic policy. If indeed we are a consumer driven economy, then something needs to happen - like more stimulus - to put money in people's hands so they can spend it - or at least pay their mortgages!