That doesn't mean we can't see the signs. Just like leaving your door wide open in the inner city, you can see the signs, see the imminent arrival of the thief.
Our door is open, and the neighborhood is going downhill very quickly now. Those who are alert can see what's gonna happen.
That has long been my contention in these arguments. If you think about a literal "thief in the night" there are some individuals, households and indeed, communities that are better prepared than others.