Some real interesting polling data as we approach the elections for governor in New Jersey and Virginia. In Virginia, it seems McDonnell (the Republican) is well ahead. In New Jersey, which should be a good state for the Democrats, the race is neck-and-neck. Meanwhile, in the special election for NY-23 the Republican dropped out, which leaves it between the Conservative Party candidate and the Democrat.

Robert J. Samuelson, watching our deficits and debt explode, ponders the possibility of America going broke and defaulting on the debt.

Nouriel Roubini, who was right about the financial collapse, warns of another bubble bursting.