[BitWielder1]

Then why did they authorities have to act so shady about it?
If they knew this all along why not just say "The Drones are American, for purpose XYZ.".
But they did not.

[wildcard_redneck]

The government told us a lie and then told us to shut up and forget about it. Those days are over. They need to own up to what they’re doing.

[jacknhoo]

“If they knew this all along why not just say “The Drones are American, for purpose XYZ.”.

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The government thrives on Americans being afraid. Afraid of the the US government and afraid of our many adversaries, both domestic and foreign. Fear is powerful.

[larrytown]

Started before WW2 - it’s for national defense, so you don’t need to worry your sweet little heart about it, sunshine.

Plus, MIC can make a killing on secret contracts, with no busybodies around to ensure accountability.

Thanks, Franklin D.!