I have the same problem, but I manage a serious effort at a campaign now and then, usually with a weak nation like the Germans.

Econ21, will you upload the M&N descr_strat.txt file and update the FAQ and post a message to all our lower house senators regarding this potential problem and how to fix it ? It's a bit of a hassle, but on the other hand, 4TPY 1.9.3 is very desirable if it fixes the problems we've been having.