Time out.

I think it is important to take a break from any bickering to address a very important issue. The economy is in bad shape. This bailout was a questionable decision. Tough times are ahead.

Here are some disturbing facts: China has suspended loans to the U.S. (they are our second largest loaner), Iran has called us a "crumbling empire", liberal Hollywood has come out to say that Democrats are to share in the blame, 700 billion (yes, with a "b") dollars of your money was just used to bailout irresponsible companies.

These are all disturbing facts that some people are just not paying attention too. We as a country are facing hard times ahead and we need to recognize that now. Earlier would have been better, but we are (and it is most likely true) past the point of no return.

During hard times it is important to ration resources and make appropriate sacrifices. Take heed of what is happening in our world and act accordingly. Educate yourselves on the policies of those in government and those around the world. Our economy is linked with others across the ocean. We must realize that we are not securely sitting on the top any more. It is time that we, as American, start acting like this country and the freedoms we are granted are worth something.