Infinite MonkeysABC News reports that Al Qaeda suicide bombers are headed for the United States and Europe. The story, posted on ABC's Blotter blog, relates information from a Pakistani video of an Al Qaeda/Taliban terrorist graduation ceremony this month.
The entire thing strikes me as odd. Obviously, the source video is a propaganda ploy by the Taliban and whatever is left of Al Qaeda designed to make Americans more anxious -- or more cynical -- than they already are. But I'm surprised Al Qaeda has not struck already. It wouldn't be that difficult. America is a big country. Despite the specter of fascism that haunted the United States immediately following the 9/11 attacks, the nation remains relatively open and, yes, free. Total security is, of course, impossible. What we have instead is bureaucracy and faux security. If the suicide bombers are on their way, as ABC reports, then we'd better brace ourselves for the inevitable.
Posted by H.L. Monkey at June 18, 2007 07:17 PMWait - are you saying that when the TSA checks my CPAP machine for bomb-making materials EVERY TIME I GO TO THE AIRPORT it's not making America safer? Whaaaaaaah?????
Posted by: Monkey RobbL at June 18, 2007 10:39 PMUnless the bombers dress in an old lady disguise, they'll get right through.
Posted by: Dr. Zaius at June 19, 2007 09:13 AM