[Yaelle]

And lacking a clear action, what benefit does the government gain by telling everyone that there was another dimension to the attack, but they can’t do anything about it?

Transparency in governing?? I know I'd like it.

I am all for secrets that truly will forever pan out to have been in the nation's best interests to keep quiet, but otherwise, I believe in freedom of information.

[DBrow]

“Transparency in governing?? I know I’d like it.”

Me to- I was not trying to defend the actions, just trying to explain it.

If there were Muslim terrorists demonstrably involved, then say so. If it was a shoebomb, say so. If there was smoke at the grassy knoll then so be it.