Timothy Geithner has just taken the oath and is testifying before the Senate Finance Committee. But most Americans won’t see it-not even those glued to cable news.  Both CNN and Fox have chosen instead to broadcast the National Prayer Service in Washington.  Apparently Americans haven’t gotten enough pomp and ceremony over the last four days and need complete coverage of this last minute-by-minute celebration to feel complete.In his opening statement, Geithner addressed what he called “careless mistakes” in failing to pay the taxes he owed and took “full responsibility. It’s a little better than “I dunno,” but not much. But the lack of media attention suggests he’ll get away with it.

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