That puts it pretty simply, but yes. And at least in 2008 it was mostly loans instead of hand outs so it got paid back.

When the asset doesn’t pay off you get to write that off on your taxes.

Not exactly a new thing. My kid rides the bus except for special occasions, but those drop off/pick up lines are crazy. I don’t get how people handle that every day.

Cassette beasts is great. I’ve been watching my wife play it and it’s what we’ve been looking for in a pokemon game. There’s an interesting story with more engaging gameplay. And the soundtrack is really good.