Deloria

That is a very dastardly approach. Very plausible considering no one has a good grasp on what is going on in the markets. On a political note, your scenario presupposes that Paulson & Bernanke do not care that their 'plan' will cause the loss of the White House, which can open them up to criminal prosecution if their 'plan' is uncovered before they can escape to a non-extradition country...................