[TigersEye]

I think it's worth noting that extreme self-sacrifice is a common trait found among many fanatical groups.

"Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice. And moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue." - Barry Goldwater

If you believe you are serving the truth is it fanatical to give it all you've got?

[wvobiwan]

Yes, if 'all you've got' includes criminality.