Only 12 months ago, the future seemed bright indeed for [failed financial institution - hereafter known as "The Firm"]. In December 2007, when The Firm's President and CEO Scott MacKenzie addressed a banquet room packed with some of the nation's top investors and financial analysts, there was little hint of the looming disaster that would soon strip everyone in the room of his wealth and dignity.
"We have entered a new era," MacKenzie told the hushed crowd. "As I stand before...
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