[chuck_the_tv_out]

Never before has a nation had its core principles subverted to a suicidal tendency.

It is only possible through propaganda. A highly advanced propaganda that uses psychology & polling to micromanage the psyche of the people.

[Does so]

"...Never before has a nation had its core principles subverted to a suicidal tendency..."

. Mark Steyne had a few choice phrases today—the first and third apply to Homeland Security:

1) "Better dead AND nice"

2) "Scrooge McDuck Mentality"

3) "Embrace of Stupidity"