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In response to "I'm sure I'll get slammed down by the financial experts here, but my understanding of all these "bailouts" is that..." by Mop

most of the bailout money for the big banks was not loans, the US Gov purchased preferred stock, and

is in first position (in most cases) for repayment, even before dividends are to be paid.

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