Seems like a lot of the bad stock market swinging is due to folks getting scared by the media and politicians playing like we're headed for another 'Great Depression' when we're really not. Times are going to be tight, but we're not headed for soup lines if everyone keeps their heads. The runs on the banks are being caused by the politicians and 'journalists' (I use the term lightly) running around, flailing their arms, and yelling that it's the end of the world.

whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."

Our Friendly Neighborhood Ray-man said: "no, the doctor's right. besides, he has seniority."