We all know America is bankrupt when it comes to cooperation. It's like having neighbours that are always fighting about money. The next step will be more serious because no one wants to sort out the real issues. Like kids not wanting to share their toys?
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/five-truths-about-the-deficit-and-the-debt/2011/07/13/gIQAcjbFGI_story.html