[Coop]

The government can't protect the Pentigon let alone the citizens.

I love rocket scientist statements like this. The Pentagon is actually well protected. But please share with us, oh wise one. Exactly what would you have done to prevent a airplane from flying into the building? Hmmmm? Erect a an automated SAM site right next to Reagan National maybe? THAT'S a good plan!

[NativeSon]

Exactly what would you have done to prevent a airplane from flying into the building?

The point is that the Pentagon is a heavily protected place- as well as the surrounding area and it was still vulnerable. Given that the "authorities" could not protect that what makes people thing that the "authorities" can protect you?

[Don Myers]

"Exactly what would you have done to prevent a airplane from flying into the building? "

I believe that you have just made his point. With all of the "protection" that we have, it doesn't always work. The same thing goes for instances in which firearms can save your life.

[monkeyshine]

You are missing the point. They could not protect the pentagon, so how could you expect them to protect you? The police have no obligation to protect you, as per the Supreme Court. They will come around later and fill out some reports, though. It will be hard for you to help them fill out the forms from inside a bodybag. Better take care of your own.