Originally published at Notes from the bunker…. You can comment here or there.

Should Americans view these kinds of scenarios as extraordinary circumstances — or a warning sign of a darker future?

Duh..any blackout is a ‘darker future’.

But seriously, folks………

Is it a sign of a ‘darker future’? (Pun not withstanding.) Hmmm…lemme think on that one (/sarcasm)

Annnnnd the captain has turned on the ‘fasten seatbelts’ sign as we begin our descent into a greatly diminshed standard of living. Please make sure all your firearms are in a locked, loaded and upright position. Portable electronic devices should be used at this time. On behalf of the governemnt and myself we’d like to thank you for your patronage and next time your travel plans include a trip to 1979 please keep us in mind. Lame ducks, prepare for departure.