Long time, first time...
I happen to work a block from Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange, although not in the financial industry. Recently I have witnessed many shenanigans taking place, and I thought I should share. So, I made this youtube video:
This is not the only party that has happened like this. Me and my co-workers frequently joke about it. It really is a ridiculous outrage... Glad to see they take this issue which requires our 700 billion seriously. Although it did seem like attendance was low, there was plenty of extra space, the fact that the party itself was not cancelled defies reason in my opinion. The image of the traders drinking behind a guarded fence while us commoners could only watch was just too much. Especially considering the recent revelations that have come out about the AIG retreat.
I also have some pictures of a protest which took place right before the first bailout vote:
I hope you like, excited about my first post!