Saturday, June 25, 2005
We Are Not Safer
When I talk to Republicans, I often ask them why they are Republicans. One answer I get most often (especially from self-identified gay Republicans) is that the policies of the Bush Administration are making us safer.
Today, I present proof that we are not safer. Most of you probably have already heard this, but for those who haven't, prepare for a shock.
In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, a drunk 20-year-old (who is from a foreign country), and his two drunk teenage friends, were able to steal a plane and fly it around New York City. They flew for several hours undetected. The wannabe pilot appeared in court yesterday.
Let's compare that to 9/11: foreigners took over planes and flew them into New York City. Those terrorists actually were detected, but the tapes of how FAA personnel handled the hijackings have been destroyed.
Many will find this story cute or even funny. I find it scary.
Today, I present proof that we are not safer. Most of you probably have already heard this, but for those who haven't, prepare for a shock.
In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, a drunk 20-year-old (who is from a foreign country), and his two drunk teenage friends, were able to steal a plane and fly it around New York City. They flew for several hours undetected. The wannabe pilot appeared in court yesterday.
Let's compare that to 9/11: foreigners took over planes and flew them into New York City. Those terrorists actually were detected, but the tapes of how FAA personnel handled the hijackings have been destroyed.
Many will find this story cute or even funny. I find it scary.
