would skew the political system. if our political institutions were perfect they would absolutely prevent the political domination of money in any part of our affairs. there are not a few public men who, though they would repel with indignation an offer of a bribe. >> in other words, terry roosevelt was worried about what we just saw today. even though we have something everyone agrees is bad policy. when it comes down to brass tax, we can't get rid of it. why can't we get rid of it? you're looking at it. teddy roosevelt's nightmare come true. >> joining us now, dan dicker, author of "oil's endless bid." he is a trader with 25 years