I've gotten over $10K more out of Amex since the crisis started.
But did you read the article?
"Bernanke, however, said it's difficult to divine whether the decline in lending to small businesses was being driven more by weaker demand or reduced supply because loans are harder to get. "
So which is it?
You'll also notice that nowhere did Ben suggest banks lend money to people or businesses that can't afford to pay it back. That's what got us in this mess in the first place.
Want to Borrow more? Make more.
Want to Borrow more? Don't go the unsecured route and make the choice to borrow against your assets (home, stock, etc).
Want to Borrow more? Be prepared to submit financials. Show hard documentation that you're a good risk. Don't ignore the F/R.
Want to Borrow more? Don't stick your head in the sand and wish it was 2005.
Its not that hard.
Why is Amex the only company in your sights? Why one company vs the thousands of Banks and Credit Unions out there?