The US debt has just reached 101% of it's GDP. This debt is mathematically impossible to pay back. The interest on the debt is barely managable.
It basically comes down to this... the whole US is coming down very soon. If you've seen the Greece riots, you are seeing the future of the US.
You guys better get ready. The essentials are: Water, food, guns, ammo, medical supplies and survival gear. Bartering items include gold, silver, booze and cigerettes.
Roving hoards of zombies will be chasing you. Make sure you have thousands of rounds of ammo and you are proficient at acquiring your targets.