[GraniteStateConservative]

That was a hostage crisis. The government wouldn't be so gentle in your scenario-- unless taking hostages was part of your plan.

[thepitts]

That was a hostage crisis

Really? Then exactly who were the hostages?

[William Tell]

GraniteStateConservative said: "That was a hostage crisis. The government wouldn't be so gentle in your scenario-- unless taking hostages was part of your plan."

The government wouldn't be so gentle? You mean they would kill me, my family, and my friends TWICE? Virtually everyone at Waco died.

When the time comes, the action will look more like the DC snipers, but multiplied by many hundreds and targetting those who continue to represent the illegitimate central government.

One primary target during the Revolution was those who chose to collect fees and taxes or those who were prepared to exercise force on behalf of the authorities. Postal service, Forest Service, National Park Service, police services... all of these are the people who will have to take sides. Such a revolution is not something that any of us should wish for, but do not doubt that there will be those who choose freedom over chains.

[mvpel]

It was a "hostage crisis" only to the extent that children staying with their parents can be considered "hostages."