Jack, Unprecedented situations CAN sometimes lead to new solutions. For example, after the clean up has started, a "political amnesty" could be declared, which COULD allow for all those involved to state what worked and what didn't, without the looming "gotcha" from other agencies or political parties.

It will still boil down to the populace, though. As a general rule, we get what we deserve. If WE demand a reasonable, non-partison approach, we will get one.

I will look in for other's thoughts this afternoon - I am off for a 7 mile walk with da wife ...