[FairOpinion]

"Tom Ridge's announcement this afternoon wasn't too much of a surprise due to what we've all seen here on this thread. Those of us who have followed the thread are probably the only folks NOT surprised. "

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You are absolutely right. A lot of people ignore or make fun of the bits and pieces of the information, but obviously those of us who were taking them seriously have been the more realistic ones, because the US government is taking them seriously. Some major attacks are indeed planned.

[JustPiper]

You are absolutely right. A lot of people ignore or make fun of the bits and pieces of the information, but obviously those of us who were taking them seriously have been the more realistic ones, because the US government is taking them seriously. Some major attacks are indeed planned.

At what price we are being validated Fair? Don't forget we are the fringe lunatics ;)

[radu]

You are absolutely right. A lot of people ignore or make fun of the bits and pieces of the information, but obviously those of us who were taking them seriously have been the more realistic ones, because the US government is taking them seriously. Some major attacks are indeed planned.

I've been surprised at several of my friends, whom I once thought to be on top of things, who have turned out to be very unaware. I've e-mailed links from this thread and FR in general, trying to wake them up. I've spoken to others of things I've learned here. It worked with some, others seem content to remain oblivious and complacent. *sigh*

It's been a matter of "when", not "if", since 9/11 and like so many others here, my hubby and I feel the time is near. We prepared for another attack right after 9/11 and have maintained that readiness. I'd personally love it if we never need to use this stuff but I expect we will.