[mlocher]

In effect, the government has pledged about $1,000 per American to guarantee the bank's assets.

Put this money back into the hands of the American taxpayer (emphasis on taxpayer) and you will see the economy get back on track. People will either spend or invest -- both good for the economy.

[Extremely Extreme Extremist]

A better idea would be to abolish corporate and capital gains taxes, reform the tax code, limit the size of government and reduce spending, and tell the beggars begging for bailouts to go pound cement.