The author spends 90% of the article discussing the wrong case, i.e. the need for warrants for domestic crimes. At the very end of the article the author finally gets around to discussing the need for warrants for foreign enemies operating on our soil in a time of war. Of course, "domestic" spying fits the Rats meme.
I liked how President Bush put it: If Al Quaeda is calling you we want to know why. Of course, the MSM always prefers to call them American citizens, not Al Quaeda contacts.
"The author spends 90% of the article discussing the wrong case, i.e. the need for warrants for domestic crimes."
There is no reason to be suprised. After all, the democrats see the WOT as a law enforcement issue and not as a war. They fully believe that all terrorists are criminals and should be prosecuted accordingly. It's the same theory that Bill Clinton used and it is the principle reason for the infamous 'wall'. It is only a matter of time until the dems call for Miranda rights for terrorists and the ceasesation of all combat operations. We'll get indictments, appoint lawyers, and serve the terrorists with notices to appear in court. Yep, that's the way to deal with terrorism.