What would it be like?

[nightfighter]

Originally Posted by spence

I think you're completely missing Nebe's point...

The dominance of the USA in the global economy the last 1/2 of this century has been an massive factor in the rise of the American consumer which is now spreading around the world.

There are certianly arguments as to how this has driven the global economy in general, which are valid...

But I'd pose a problem. Americans have gotten quite used to our way of life, and now we're turning a critical eye to others who seek the same. All the while pondering if what we even have is really sustainable.

A more frugal USA might not have got us to where we are, but may be an impossible cultural transformation necessary to keep us here.

-spence

But to suggest that losing the war to Nazi Germany would have led to anything good is sick. The subject of your post has absolutely nothing to do with losing the war, nor the sacrifice made on our behalf by another generation. %$%$%$%$ing make me sick with comments like this. Bet you wouldn't have the balls to serve your country..... Before we ever meet face to face, I hope you and Eben, will have publicly stated to those that have served, and our families, exactly where you stand. This just is NOT up for discussion.