> 6. Singularity > 7. Alien invasion
I don't think that 6 or 7 are fair. IMO, an alien invasion would merit a giant neutral score, since it would have nothing to do with American policies. 6, on the other hand, might actually be seen as a *victory* for America, if American policies are largely responsible for the rise in technology and per capita wealth that causes the singularity.
Conversely, if only America is capable of repelling an alien onslaught, forcefully negotiating peace with an agressive alien fleet, or reaching out technolically to establish friendly relations with a passing alien race (a la ST:FC), then those are victories specifically reliant on America's military and technological dominance, and should help win the bet for the USA'ns
Cheers Russell C
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