--- Jim Westrich <westrich at miser.umass.edu> wrote:
> >What's positive?
>
> Because of the increased screening and metal
> detection at airports, people
> are learning about metal implements left in them by
> surgeons.
Let's not forget that it also providing a "hands on" education of the US prison system for many, as well as invaluable lessons on the geography of Central Asia ;)
> Also, alcohol consumption is up (but one expects
> that in a downturn).
There you go...that should be a boost to our flagging economy!
-Thomas
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