Sorry guys, but I really can't argue with insults on my intellegence, speculation about economics, and ahem quotes from novelists.
It is apparent that neither of us is making any headway in our arguments. I will continue believing what I hold to be true, and you can maintain your own opinions.
Thanks all for the entertaining debate!
EC
"Yes, I will pull off that liberal's halo that he spends so much effort cultivating."
-Malcom X