citizenq@hushmail.com wrote :

Perhaps just more evidence that the problem has been enough meat-based intelligence to understand the shit that's just sitting around in plain sight. The biggest contribution to the disaster of 9/11 was "Intelligence" ineptness, and the 2nd biggest threat to > this country is "Intelligence" blaming it on our 'freedom' (disintegrating though it may be.)

We do have a problem with our faith in technology. In all fairness though, I would bet that there are people in the Bureau who are saying "I told you so." It's tough to compete for airtime and budget no matter what organization you're talking about.

'freedom' (disintegrating though it may be.)

I assign the attacks on civil liberties to a sorry combination of panic and opportunism. It's disgusting and shows how weak we are. If those proposing these measures had any courage or honor or respect for their country they would be eager to open a substantial debate both in public and in session. Instead, they are using chaos and panic to avoid responsibility. The brevity of the list of those who want to debate these issues honestly is far more depressing than all of the violence of the past month. See the reports on the sales of anti-depressants and sleep aids. Mike