[1bigdictator]

This whole issue was framed from a liberal perspective. On the balance, American citizens would not be forced to choose between personal liberties and national security if the liberals would allow certain common sense measures.

For instance, we must profile any middle eastern or arab looking males between the ages of 16 to 50 who use any for of mass transit, be it air, bus or train travel. This simple measure would provide more safety than any of the ridiculous steps taken so far.

[ppaul]

On the balance, American citizens would not be forced to choose between personal liberties and national security if the liberals would allow certain common sense measures.

You are so right.
It cannot be emphasized enough.
We do not need to give up our liberties if common sense prevails.
Unfortunately, our socialist/secular humanist infected federal bureaucracy has none.

[First_Salute]

That "the leadership hasn't much stomach" for directly taking on the problems, is indeed the basis for trying to satisfy the appearance, and perhaps their feelings, that they are "doing something about it" ... by other means, such as new organizations.

Lots of "make do" work and "expertise" of "policy makers" maintaining the cash flow Inside the Beltway.