I have noticed the economic developments. I was warned, by a Dutch economic commentator, of the trouble with the US sub-prime mortgages from about 2003. And I saw that the measures taken by the BHO administration were very similar to those of the GWB administration: in favor of the financial "industry" and pretty useless for people living outside. I see the same policies practised in the UK and in Europe and there too they don't solve the problems. Look at what is happening with Greece, Spain, Italy and Ireland. And your free to criticise my country. I'm afraid today's elections will not lead to a better government.Sure looks like things have slowed down to me, and I never said they were firing people, I said it is a good thing not to be in an insane rush, or you might end up with a mess like we had with the F-35, and have to bring them back and rebuild them in a few years. And if you haven't noticed the global slowdown in all our economies, why would you expect to notice any difference between George W. and BHO. If you want an unbiased opinion, why don't you pm Jeff Head or bd popeye, I know these two gentlemen would explain it with far more eloquence and patience than I? Actually you might want to avoid criticising those whom you obviously don't understand? I don't think I have ever criticised your little country, your constant US bashing makes you look, sophisticated? worldly? wise? smart? or none of the above?