This is interesting information . . . and the data was gathered from the CIA Factbook of all places. I didn’t know there was such a thing as a CIA Factbook, makes me want to do some researching on that 😉 Just something I was thinking about . . .
Just something I was thinking about . . .
Not trying to persuade you to think my way, but to make you think period.
Just something I was thinking about . . . 
Yeah, the CIA Factbook is an amazing resource. I got introduced to it while doing a business degree and have continued to use it for research since. The shear volume of information and constant updates are mindboggling. One minor thing to keep in mind – when the desired info is qualitative (i.e. assessment of government effectiveness) it is from the perspective of the CIA and is bound to be biased. Even so the info is the best and quantitative stuff is a virtual gold mine. Have fun but be forewarned- once you start to read, hours will pass without you noticing.
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Thanks for that info Paul!! Your background sounds quite interesting – probably why I always enjoy your comments so much! Where might I get my hands on this Factbook?
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https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/ It looks dry on the surface but once you start to dig in, it is bottomless. Have fun!
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Thanks Paul!!
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Heh… the things you can learn online. And here I always thought the USA’s principle exports were strange pizza recipes and nut jobs.
And baseball.
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LOL right Wyrd Smythe 😉 Oh and Margaritas!! I am always amazed at the things I learn online. Thanks for reading & commenting!
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