<blockquote>'The answer is patriotism and an informed population. Only if politicians begin once more to put their country before their party and political careers will it be possible to avert a catastrophic currency collapse. This process must begin with a candid acknowledgement of the facts. America is in dire economic straits and increased hardship in the short-term is both necessary, and ultimately unavoidable, if we are to get back on the path to prosperity .. politicians need to deliver the ugly truth and prepare voters for the inevitable pain.'
- John Browne,
Hard to take a Bone from a Dog, June 23, 2011</blockquote>