This history reflects the more basic budget math that eludes most static thinking commentators, especially the pie chart lady Ruth Marcus at the Washington Post. (Pie charts of the budget reflect the most static thinking).

FORBES: For The Republicans There's An Opportunity At The Fiscal Cliff

This is probably one of the most commonly presented charts by proponents of passive investing and even asset managers (equity mutual funds) who use static allocation, but manage actively inside that range.

FORBES: Buy-And-Hold Investing Vs. Market Timing