Our animal instincts demand Wall Street blood

The outrage expressed by many so-called Main Street folks over the proposed Wall Street bailout is based on more than a sense of injustice. It’s about revenge, a basic animal instinct shared by humans, chimpanzees and even blue-footed boobies. And Washington politicians would be wise to listen up and stick some revenge clauses into the bailout bill if they hope to get the support of the average American, says one behavioral economist who studies these things. Full story.