“A.I.G. was even larger than Lehman, with a substantial presence in der...” — Ben Bernanke Quote

“A.I.G. was even larger than Lehman, with a substantial presence in derivatives and debt markets, as well as in insurance markets.”

“Monetary policy has less room to maneuver when interest rates are close to zero, while expansionary fiscal policy is likely both more effective and less costly in terms of increased debt burden when interest rates are pinned at low levels.”

“Monetary policy is a blunt tool which certainly affects the distribution of income and wealth, although whether the net effect is to increase or reduce inequality is not clear.”

“How can we pressure China on North Korea if China's one of the two largest holders of American debt?”

“'Twas drink made me fall in love, And love made me run into debt, And though I have struggled and struggled and strove, I cannot get out of them yet.”

“Marriage, like death, is a debt we owe to nature.”