Wow. Quoting the media. That's rich.

Don't forget (and, since I sense a higher sense of sensibility w/Simon, I'll apologize to him for any perceived dissin'--none intended), that those who are "casting stones" used to live in the US but, of their own accord, have chosen to live elsewhere.

Y'all might consider the consideration(s) provided by all of us residing in the "evil empire" b/4 you get so worked up. Hell, life could be a whole lot worse.

Or better, maybe, depending on your perception (don't forget you're not indigeonous, so your perception may vary).

Or was it for something better? If you were a US citizen, why'd you leave? Really, what for? Why, if you've been gone, do you believe it's still *so* bad? Chances are your perceptions are biased by whatever media you are exposed to or commentary you choose to absorb.

BZ's on a forward track, mostly funded by US dollars. Doubt it? Ask a merchant what they'd prefer. In fact, do that anywhere in CA...maybe just about anywhere at all.

World economy? Yep. I think so. Nothing special, just an observation. I can spend US dollars anywhere. My local grocer just doesn't get BZ cash. I tried it.

* I Go Pogo *