Ayn Rand was unable to imagine the real manifestations of the John Galt character. She was more acquainted with the kinds of men (if they could so be called at all) who hate engineers and technicians out of jealousy and improperly practiced avarice (thievery).
We are the truly independent ones. After the defaults, when the managers are huddling in fear and starving, we will be thriving and rebuilding our country.