When CNBC unveiled its 2010 list of America's 10 Most Stressful Jobs on April 22, it was little surprise that "corporate executive" placed second only to firefighter. While America's CEOs may not be pulling people out of burning buildings, lately they have faced some pretty serious heat.

Thanks to CEOs who took bonuses on the heels of taking bailouts, public anger toward America's chief executives is at an all-time high - and that anger is reflected in the media. Still, ...