I wonder what the 2000-2006 numbers would look like without the artifical influx after 9/11? If it weren't for that most unfortunate event, growth might have been only 1%. I think they'll instate some new hysteria of imminent Armageddon, like they did with 1975. What have they got to lose? There are fewer people who would leave due to them prophesying than would get all fired up. People like to get excited and fired up, even if they know in their heart of hearts that it won't happen. Lots of people choose to live in delusions.