There will always be sacrifices required for a people at war. I believe we're operating pretty much at standard level regarding our civil liberties in this country considering our war effort.
To expect that all liberties will remain at consistent levels whether it's wartime or peacetime is silly.
This is a different kind of "war" though. By definition, a "war on terrorism" might never be over. That is precisely the reason why we need strict rules of engagement. Don't you all understand? This is far more important than this president. Far more important than party politics.