The absurdity of politics and the time and energy it wastes. The lies you are being told about retail sales and the declining profitability of major retailers. The situation is horrific. Tens of thousands of stores will have to close in the years ahead and, being the largest tenants, this will affect malls everywhere. The economy is having and will continue to have a major impact on spending for the foreseeable future. Retailer defaults will also have a huge impact on the banks. Rules and regulations are being created by enforcement agencies with no oversight or checks and balances. They have the force of law. They are increasingly invasive and affect even non-US, offshore entities. This is a growing monster in our midst.