>>Unlike you, I actually believe our political structure is our greatest advantage in competing with China, with the exception of one economic scenario which I'll note in a moment. <<<
Lane, Thanks for the reply. Vision China as one big corporation. Now vision the US as a bunch of small companies with different and competing goals in mind. Which one has the better chance of reaching a common goal?
The problem with the US going forward is an aging population, and a more diverse population that has the "right" to vote themselves the largess of the "haves". Our current political situation works well when things are going well like they have for the last 100 years. The problem is that our government finds it almost impossible to address unpopular problems in fear that if they do, they will be out of office on the next election. The challenges placed in front of us by our demographics will be cause for some pain ahead.
Unfortuantely Americans don't appreciate the responsibilities that come along with our freedoms. Our "culture" is under attack. Who do I sue over that?
Joe
