(...) Well, Jacqueline and Wolfgang, I hope some of this has helped you understand a bit more about our strange, crazy-quilt politics in America right now. It's confusing, I grant you, but don't be too pessimistic; as I wrote last year, things are bound to get worse before they get worse, and then they'll get as bad as they can get, and then the American people will demand major change. Hang in there, and keep on keepin' on.

Your friend, Bernie