Thank you. Hysteria in the media and ACLU is to be expected, but it seems we're seeing more and more of it right here on Freerepublic.
I think a strong case can be made that, owing to a litany of recent events, many are highly suspicious of the federal government in general and many politicians in specific. Many apare tired of seeing the establishment politicians and others get away with crimes over and again, major events covered up, Chinagate, Burglergate, Able Danger, TWA-800, etc. We are tired of being lied to and told wer're nuts or just ignored for even asking questions.