We always live in an uncertain world. What is certain is that the United States will go forward over time.

In the long run managements stressing accounting appearance over economic substance usually achieve little of either.

What's hot today isn't likely to be hot tomorrow. The stock market reverts to fundamental returns over the long run. Don't follow the herd.

What motivates most gold purchasers is their belief that the ranks of the fearful will grow. During the past decade that belief has proved correct. Beyond that, the rising price has on its own generated additional buying enthusiasm, attracting purchasers who see the rise as validating an investment thesis. As 'bandwagon' investors join any party, they create their own truth - for a while.

I know that Congress will do the right thing.

No matter how great the talent or efforts, some things just take time.

The value of a business is the cash it's going to produce in the future.