A convergence of forces is brewing up a storm of epic proportions. Few will see it coming. Those who are prepared will prosper, while the rest will likely endure serious financial and personal hardship. Facing Goliath sums up complex economic concepts and often-overlooked historical perspective in an engaging style and a sensible approach to impending investment challenges. This book explains in plain English how we as a nation got into the current financial dilemma, why it s not going away anytime soon, and how to prepare for the exceedingly dangerous economic environment that lies ahead."