All that glitters Sound off on Illinois move to register silver and gold transactions In the event of a major depression, gold hoarders distort markets and interfere with recovery efforts -- government should know who these people are It's an overdue move to crack down on money laundering It will help law enforcement recover victims' stolen property The fees will help state government deal with revenue shortfalls If people aren't doing anything wrong, they have no need to worry It hasn't even become law yet -- I wouldn't be concerned I don't live in Illinois -- it's not my problem I don't live in Illinois, but I'm concerned this idea can spread This is a definite step toward confiscation Politicians can't defend us from criminals so they take our guns ... they can't create wealth, so they take our gold Brass and lead have just achieved precious-metal status There is no way government's growing power grab ends well -- collapse, lawlessness and revolt are inevitable Other View Results Loading ...