[LearsFool]

Ignoring economics, especially sound economics, isures the downfall of any society.

Who said anything about ignoring anything? Did I?

No, but Stossel did, when he suggested that blackmail ought to be considered in purely economic terms, ignoring all other considerations.

Please tell me you know how to use more than just a hammer (so to speak). Because, in a nation of Stossels, there'll be even more foolish ignoring going on.

[CMAC51]

I was reacting to your implication that sound economics is not a factor in preserving a good society. Although not the only factor involved, it is a vital factor. You did not make your assertion case specific, so my response was not case specific.

Whether blackmail equates to sound economics is arguable in itself, so it hardly qualifies as a case specific arguement for or against your assertion.