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The article discusses Detroit, Michigan's decision to file for bankruptcy on July 18, 2013, focusing on the potential impact of the city's bankruptcy on the rest of the U.S. American democracy and several federal bailouts for the U.S. automobile industry are addressed, along with Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, a multi-million dollar budget shortfall in Detroit, Michigan, and pension cuts for public workers in the city. Mayor Dave Bing and the homicide rate in Detroit, Michigan are examined.

The article discusses the political campaign of the millionaire investor, U.S. Republican, and presidential candidate for the 2012 U.S. election, Mitt Romney, with a focus on Romney's opposition to the U.S. government bailout of the automobile industry in 2009. Topics include hedge funds which profited from the automobile bailout, including Elliott Management, directed by Paul Singer; Singer's contributions to Romney's campaign; and Singer's investments in distressed firms and debt-laden countries, known as vulture investing. The financial history of the automobile company Delphi Automotive is also examined. INSET: Mr. Singer and Mr. Ryan.

The article focuses on the government bailout of the U.S. automobile industry including the ousting of chief executive officer and chairman Rick Wagoner of General Motors. The article mentions President Barack Obama's decision that he was prepared to go ahead with bankruptcy proceedings and the Chrysler bankruptcy. The author describes his personal experiences leading the restructuring team.

This article discusses a possible bailout of the U.S. automobile manufacturers General Motors Corp. (GM) and Chrysler Corp. by the U.S. Treasury Department. The proposed bailout of GM replaces its stockholders, allotting 70% of its equity to the U.S. Treasury Department and 17.5% to the labor union the United Auto Workers (UAW). It is noted that the costs to taxpayers to finance the recovery of the two companies will amount to more than one hundred billion dollars.

The article presents news briefs related to business. On February 18, 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama presented a plan to manage home foreclosures. General Motors and Chrysler requested more monies from the U.S. government bailout program. Japan's gross domestic product (GDP) dropped by 12.7% between October and December 2008.

News briefs on commerce and economic conditions are presented. Negotiations continued in the U.S. Congress over a proposed bailout for the automobile industry. The Labor Department reported that the unemployment rate rose to 6.7 percent in November, 2008. The mass media company Tribune Co. filed for bankruptcy.

The article presents U.S. business news briefs. The efforts of the U.S. automobile industry to secure government funds in order to avoid bankruptcy are discussed, noting that a bailout for the companies may arrive following the inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama. The layoff of 53,000 employees by Citigroup is reported. The decision by several banks including Goldman Sachs, UBS, and Deutsche Bank to forgo granting year-end bonuses to their executives is also reported.

Focuses on the impact of the bailout of the automobile company, Chrysler Corp. on the automobile market in the U.S. as of September 12, 1981. Name of the persons who are involved in the bailout of the company; Reason for the necessity of the bailout; Total amount of money that the federal government will be giving to rescue Chrysler Corp.

The article reports on the impact of the fuel shortage on the U.S. automobile manufacturer Chrysler Corp. In the second quarter of 1979, the automaker lost 207.1 million U.S. dollars, which threatens the jobs of 131,000 employees. The company has requested a 1 billion U.S. dollar bailout from the U.S. government to prevent bankruptcy. The company's predicament was caused by poor management and shortsighted government regulations.

The author suggests that allowing the U.S. automakers General Motors, Chrysler, and Ford to go bankrupt would be unwise, and that a bailout program with systemic reforms could be the best option. These reforms could include a New Deal-type jobs program, infrastructure projects, and the creation of a universal healthcare system. The author states that a automaker bankruptcy should not be used to demean the United Automobile Workers of America or labor unions themselves.

The article reports on the government bailout of Chrysler Corp., one of the biggest automobile companies in the U.S. It mentions that Treasury Secretary William G. Miller endorsed the bill for U.S. President Jimmy Carter's approval after weeks of increasing pressure for federal aid. While Chairman John Riccardo of Chrysler is enthusiastic of the bill, the treasury package does not give the one billion dollar cash aid that the company sought. An overview of the drop of the total sales of other automobile manufacturers is also discussed including Ford with 27% and General Motors Corp. at 15%.

The article discusses Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan's reputation as a business advocate following his U.S. Congress performance to champion business enterprises, and bring jobs to his constituencies in Wisconsin. Ryan was known for his support of General Motors, the major employer in his hometown Janesville, and voted for an auto industry bailout when the company closed its assembly plant. He supports a simplified tax system, and opposes fund earmarks for specific projects.

The article focuses on U.S. President Barack Obama's bailout of U.S. car manufacturers General Motors (GM) and Chrysler. Following the lead of his predecessor George W. Bush, President Obama undertook the responsibility of rescuing American automakers. According to the article, President Obama forced GM and Chrysler into government-aided bankruptcies and after two years, the bailout had worked with the two companies back on their operations and paying back much of what they owed.

The article considers the implication of the automobile bailout for the rule of law in the U.S. It describes the economic policy of the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama as harmful to economic growth and the rule of law. Broad government power unchecked by legal constraints is said to define the approach of the administration to the relationship between government and private industry. An increase in lobbying activity by special interests looking for government protection is attributed to such law.

The article discusses the results of the 2012 U.S. presidential election between Republican Party candidate Mitt Romney and U.S. President Barack Obama, including an analysis of the key steps that each candidate took to solidify their candidacies, as well as an examination of the errors made by each candidate. Obama's reportedly poor performance in the first televised U.S. presidential debate with Romney is addressed. Romney's apparent disagreement with Obama's bailout of the American automobile industry is cited as one of Romney's biggest campaign missteps.

The author focuses on the state budget crisis of Michigan which, he claims, is linked to the automobile industry struggles. He notes that the state and the automakers were depending heavily on the promise of federal bailouts at the start of 2009. He attributes that budget crisis partly to the financial market collapse and the national recession. He also notes that Michigan is the only state that has seen employment decline since 2001.

The article presents information on the economic assistance of the U.S. government to the railroad and automobile industry. It discusses the massive corporate bailouts initiated by the federal government. A brief overview is given on the mismanagement problem faced by Penn Central. It explores the bailout program of the government for Conrail. It also discusses the failure of the government to revive the economic condition of the automobile industry.

The article focuses on issues pertaining to proposals for the government bailout and funding for the big three American automakers in the U.S. namely General Motors, Ford and Chrysler citing the extent of the financial and economic crisis in the country. Detroit automakers have lost more than $80 billion and shed more than 119,000 workers. Key business and economic indicators for the automobile industry are cited.

The article highlights the best and worst developments of 2008 related to the United States automobile industry. Congress has approved a $25 billion loan bailout for the automobile industry. Car buyers suffered from banks' decision not to issue loans and from automakers' refusal to lease automobiles.

In this article the author examines issues surrounding the American automobile industry. He notes that the traditional U.S. automakers, based in Detroit, Michigan, have been surpassed by foreign car builders based in the Southern United States who are unencumbered by labor unions. These factors are considered in the defeat of the proposed 2008 U.S. government bailout of the auto industry.

The article discusses economic policy in the United States, U.S. President-elect Barack Obama, and reasons why he should take some action on American economic policy prior to his January 2009 inauguration. Issues addressed in this article include the members of the economic advisory team, a bailout for the U.S. automobile industry, and the provisions that could be put in a national economic stimulus package.

The article examines the rise and decline of the North American car industry. The piece is written in light of speculation that the major U.S. automakers, General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, may be forced into bankruptcy. A number of factors that caused the downturn in the industry are discussed including failures in quality, design and fuel efficiency. Provision of a U.S. government bailout of the industry are examined.

In this editorial the author comments on the government bailout of General Motors, an automobile manufacturer, by the administration of U.S. president Barack Obama. The author suggests that the government assistance to the company was meant to help investors rather than to assist workers in allowing them to remain employed.

The article discusses the Ford Motor Company following the decision that the firm would not take part in the 2008 U.S. government bailout of the automobile industry. In not taking government funds Ford chief executive Alan Mulally sought to distance the company from perceptions of the U.S. auto industry as personified by General Motors and Chrysler.

The article examines proposed legislation in the U.S. Congress for a bailout of the U.S. automobile industry. The bill calls for the appointment of a so-called "car czar" to oversee the reorganization of companies seeking $15 billion in guaranteed loans. This administrator would be required to force wrenching financial concessions from both the United Auto Workers union and each company's network of automobile dealers. INSET: TERMS OF A RESCUE PLAN.

The article reports on the financial performance of General Motors. The U.S. automobile industry is collapsing with General Motors approaching bankruptcy or government bailout. Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler brought their bailout case to the U.S. Congress on December 4 and 5, 2008. General Motors asked Congress for a $10-12 billion loan.

The article discusses the bailout proposal being planned for the U.S. automobile industry and considers the economic ramification for the U.S. if the automobile companies declare bankruptcy. The author concedes claims made by the faction that supports bankruptcy, and admits that the automobile industry deserves criticism, but feels a bailout with significant conditions attached may be the better option for the U.S.

An interview with Carlos Ghosn, chief executive officer (CEO) of Renault and Nissan, is presented. When asked his thoughts regarding the provision of a bailout to U.S. automakers, he responds that he supports the provision of $25 billion to fund the development of fuel-efficient vehicles. He also refuses to comment on the idea of consolidating U.S. automobile companies and says that he would not consider purchasing Chrysler Corp.

The article focuses on the assessment of the state of the American car industry after the bankruptcy and government bailout and driving 73 car models to check out the present condition in February 2014 in Detroit, Michigan. Topics discussed include U.S. based automaker Chrysler to be the best defined brand, American luxury car now is the truck and also noted that the downsizing of these companies, there are more models of cars and more choices within each model. INSET: THREE DAYS, 73 CARS.

The article deals with the approval of 1.5 billion U.S. dollars in U.S. loan guarantees for Chrysler Corp. by federal officials on May 10, 1980. The huge aid package is expected to have a limited impact due to the continued decline of the domestic car market and the automaker's 8.8 percent market share. Some observers expect Chrysler to request for more money from the federal government.

The article highlights the omission of any quid pro quo in the government bailout of Chrysler Corp. Pay concessions include worker representation on the board of directors and employee stock ownership. The outcome of the negotiations with the United Auto Workers is expected to set a precedent for the U.S. auto industry, particularly in bailout situations.

The article reports on the likelihood of a financial rescue for the British carmaker BL Ltd. The company has again asked for more government funds only 18 months after chairman Sir Michael Edwardes launched his rescue plan with a 2 billion U.S. dollar commitment from the government. The factors which contributed to the poor financial performance of the company include high gasoline costs and a strong British pound.

The article examines the chances of a bailout from the administration of U.S. President Jimmy Carter for Chrysler. Among the obstacles to a possible bailout for the automaker are new political and financial problems and the company's own lobbying mistakes. The company's creditors believe that the company may need 3 billion U.S. dollars to 4 billion U.S. dollars in outside credit until 1984. Top officials of the Carter administration are also opposed to Chrysler's insistence on tax credits.

The article focuses on the decision of U.S. Treasury Secretary G. William Miller to support federal loan guarantees for the trouble automaker Chrysler Corp. The company originally wanted a tax aid plan from Congress which was rejected. Miller has agreed on a figure below the 1 billion U.S. dollar that Chrysler chairman John J. Riccardo has requested. Some lawmakers are also planning to impose extraordinary requirements on the product line of the automaker.

The article discusses the U.S. government's bailout of General Motors (GM) in 2008 and the auto manufacturing company's restructuring and corporate turnaround as of November 2013 from the perspective of the author who is a former GM executive. Topics include GM's bankruptcy strategy which included Bankruptcy Code Section 363 concerning the sale of assets, the forced departure of GM executive Wagoner, and the strategy for avoiding Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

The article looks at the U.S. automobile industry as of November 2012, focusing on its recovery after the 2008 economic crisis and subsequent U.S. government bailout of the industry. Topics include how the bailout was debated during the 2012 U.S. presidential election, how government-guaranteed private loans would not have improved the industry to the level the government bailout did, and investors' behavior regarding the car industry.

The article discusses the developments in the U.S. automobile industry, particularly on the bailout made by the government of U.S. President Barack Obama to several auto makers in 2009. It claims that the family of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney gained at least 15.3 million dollars from the bailout. The opinion of journalist Greg Palast on the developments is also cited.

The article reports on changes made by the General Motors (GM) automobile manufacturer following the U.S. government bailout and ownership of the company. The closing of manufacturing plants, the reduction of union jobs, and efforts to reduce the company's debt through closing dealerships and leaving trade unions responsible for the health care of retired workers are examined. The future profitability of GM, trade union relations, and the marketability of small cars are also discussed.

The article reports on the recovery of the U.S. automobile manufacturer General Motors from bankruptcy which is attributed to former chief executive officer Rick Wagoner. The company announced in April 2010 that it had repaid its government loans in full five years ahead of the original schedule. Among the productive measures undertaken by Wagoner were improving product quality and negotiating significant labour concessions.