If adding in some reasoning and explanations for my views on this economic crisis, and how different economy's can work their way out of it in the future, makes me an "opportunist know it all" or a "analytical lofty european intellect" , then so be it.

I will take it that you are not reffering to me when you talk about rolling over and taking it in the pie from Government, because I have akready actively gotten behind the flag of liberty ,spending a hell of alot of time, and in turn money, in your very own freedom movement - via the Paul campaign.... not to mention I am obviously anti-big-Government and socialism. I will be doing all the same things as you to protect myself, famly and property, incase it kicks off somewhere down the line - tho handguns are really the only thing available on the (black)market over here

I agree with your overall motivation and passion, I just disagree about a few things such as how different parts of the world will rise up from the crisis easier than others, the bible stuff and the whole illuminati thing...... but other than that, yes I am sure we'd have a good time at the pub (plotting the overthrow of the Gov., no doubt ) The fact I got the nickname "V" , from my mates, after the smoking ban came into force over here, should tell you all you need to know about my views

I dont think of you as redneck losers or "amerika" lol. I may not be (a true)American (tho if reincarnation is real I was defo a member of "Sons of Liberty"! ) like yourselves, but I am one in spirit.

PS. Pity about China, they HAD raised interest rates.Guess they have been turned. All these low interest rates is going to hurt us far more in the long run!