>Companies get a bailout based on how big the fallout is if they fail (lost jobs, lost value for the economy, etc.) or how much value is expected they'll bring

>Companies get a bailout based on how big the fallout is if they fail (lost jobs, lost value for the economy, etc.) or how much value is expected they'll bring if they're saved It's more like, they get bailout based on how big they can convince lawmakers, in an environment of little public debate, that will be. I know, it sounds like a nitpick, but sometimes the distinction is big.