I encourage you all to visit financialstability.gov

This is a government site that is very helpful in explaining some of the newer government backed spending programs designed to prop up the economy.

The site includes info on :

Unlocking Credit for Small Businesses

Making Home Affordable Program

Consumer and Business Lending Initiative (TALF)

Capital Assistance Program (CAP)

Financial Stability Plan

There is also info on current press releases and such.