RE: Has the economy effected you RC'ing?
Re: on topic. No, as a recent retiree I'm no longer burdened with worrying about a job. RC priorities will continue on without much change. I've been flying long enough where a new plane is more about where to put it than whether to buy it or not. Worst case, I would have to start selling off some stuff, which probably wouldn't be a bad idea anyway? That would be a little extra money AND room for new "stuff"!
Re: politics, I have my thoughts, but I'm not going to discuss them here - other than 2 points. First, we'll be fine even if the guy you or I prefer doesn't win. Second, much bigger point, is you are a complete and total POS if you don't take the time and trouble to get off your ***** and vote.... no excuses!