On Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:02:36 -0500, F.George wrote:

It is therefore suggested that the foundational and fundamental
problem is "can any nation as big and complex as the United
States continue to exist [or even expand] and prosper in the
long-term, and if not what changes are required," not how do we
replace the existing bums.

Yes. Vote Libertarian.

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Hope This Helps!
Rich