Good for them. Hope they never get found and live a peaceful life somewhere. Chances are they'll attempt to return to their previous lives and have to be re-imprisoned, sadly.
Despite all evidence to the contrary. "debtors tend to be poor" is demonstrably false. Debt is the best tax avoidance technique; ergo the largest companies all have the majority of US debt. The author of this article otherwise critical of the Bernank clearly doesn't get it either.
My my! A true alternative currency system for Texas? This is a crucial step towards independence, and while it is a state measure, can be supplemented with private alternatives when accepted. Seems like good news anyways.
Remember, if you put toxic waste (aluminum mine tailings) in drinking water, it gets special dispensation according to the EPA. Indemnification of Polluters Agency.