“Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both.”
Ben Franklin
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"the government strong enough to give you what you want is strong enough to take it all away."
Barry Goldwater in 1964
Posted on 06/20/2010 3:06:07 PM PDT by Texas Fossil
What has happened to our beloved country?
A slim majority of the voting public has become repulsive and frightening.
Translation: We need to stop the internet so the “of the people, by the people” are not able to have a voice. No disention against this regime is allowed.
Possibly; it’s interesting to read the entire Fox story. Fox has definitely gone “soft”; we all know what “homegrown” terrorist is code for.
“we all know what “homegrown” terrorist is code for.”
true enough. It’s not referring to “man made disasters or man made disaster makers”
She doesn't even know what protocol is unless it's provided by someone handling the details for the next big party.
Good point - I’ll bet you’re right on this...
There were cautious FReepers for sure, but my general view was that it was supported at about a 60%+ rate. I am wrong a lot, so if this seems high it may be....JMHO
I was a lurker for many years before a single event almost forced me to register and post on FR. I was in the background close to 9 years ago. Avid follower, but no posts/pings.
There was a good amount of talk amoung those active on threads about the “Patriot Act” and other events where “caution” about future administrations was voiced. I have no way of quantifying that, but I distinctly remember the discussion.
That is one thing about this forum, you are always conscious about making a statement that is later made to look foolish by those who are more informed on the topic. It is a very good reality check.
It’s for our safety. If you have nothing to hide you have nothing to worry about. /s
Some of us have warned about giving up liberty for perceived safety for 8 years. Now Napolitano and Holder have the powers of the Patriot Acts 1 and 2 as well as wireless wiretaps and several other bad laws. I hope all the supporters of those laws feel real secure.
“Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both.”
Ben Franklin
--
"the government strong enough to give you what you want is strong enough to take it all away."
Barry Goldwater in 1964
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