I simply want to point out that economic news may have a hidden political agrenda and vice-versa. What I struggle with on these boards and with my investments in general is who can be trusted (Soros no). As a psychologist, I "profile" people ...that is the work I do. I work mostly in high security situations. That has led me to profile some on this board...who can be trusted? So strictly speaking, I have little to give to the discussion of EDIG patents. My observations would be in the area of investment sentiment, expectations, perceptions..the psychology of investing if you will. But that is off topic is it not?