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RoughDobermann wrote: (Are you seriously suggesting that the safety of all Americans be placed in jeopardy to spare the feelings of those non-radical, peaceful Muslims?) Yes, I am, if "guaranteeing" our safety includes the process of watching the activities of all Muslims. It's called freedom. The last time I checked, some of the "all Americans" includes Muslims.

And what of the the freedom from the threat of being blown to smithereens or being obliterated in the flaming wreckage of a downed airliner, is this not also a vital civil liberty?

The measures used to investigate suspected terroristrs are no more intrusive than those used to investigate suspected white-collar criminals.

The Muslim jihadists and those advocating for them invoke civil liberties in order to be in a position to eliminate them at a later time.

[RoughDobermann]

And what of the the freedom from the threat of being blown to smithereens or being obliterated in the flaming wreckage of a downed airliner, is this not also a vital civil liberty?

Of course it is. But should EVERY Muslim be a suspect? Yes or no? If your answer is yes, then we have nothing else to say.

The measures used to investigate suspected terroristrs are no more intrusive than those used to investigate suspected white-collar criminals.

Agreed, and if there is evidence that particular Muslims are considering or engaging in terrorist activity, they should be investigated. But, should every Muslim be investigated or be considered a suspect? No.