Yet another Matt Taibbi masterpiece on big banks that leaves you wondering: How is this even possible?

From Weekly Filet #151, in February 2014.

The Vampire Squid Strikes Again: The Mega Banks’ Most Devious Scam Yet

The Vampire Squid Strikes Again: The Mega Banks’ Most Devious Scam Yet

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