We periodically feel the effects of recessions in the U.S. Based on what you have been learning in this class, what generally causes recessions? How does Fed policy contribute to recessions? What, if anything, do you think can be done to help solve the problem of recessions? The government often bails out companies and provides many "stimulus packages." What effects do these have on the stability of the financial system--and the economic system in general? Do government bailouts help individuals act in a financially responsible manner and run their businesses effectively? Why or why not?