The WOD was a HUGE mistake and an abject failure.
Talk about making matters worse...
I was just talking to someone about this yesterday.
I do not think the WOD has been a failure at all. Just look at all the power and money the police state has stolen for itself in its name. From their point of view, it's been an astounding success, from the supreme court right on down to the shakedown tribunals mentioned in the article. Police have vastly expanded both their powers and immunities. Lots of government thugs at all levels are getting rich.
From thier perspective, what's not to love about it?