I think what we are seeing is another attempt to manipulate the elections. This time via the pocketbook. Soros failed to oust Bush, but now he has a chance to help put in someone whose policies may perfectly gel with his financial goals.

Soros isn't alone in wanting to loot America. But now that we outsource so much production to China and their fuel needs increased we have unknowingly opened a dangerous door for speculators to enrich themselves while harming America.

When I read folks trying to set the stage and prepare people for $7.00 and $8.00 gas, these things add fuel to the notion that this is a concerted effort both on the financial market and via certain media outlets.

Here's a good article on the Senate hearings.