08-05-2004, 03:23 PM
Some of the information found was several years old, not all of it. There was also evidence of current activity found during the search. It would be irresponsible to not take some measures to protect possible targets as specific information becomes available. The groups involved in the September 11 attacks are known for meticulous planning and show patience in the execution of thier plans.
As stated earlier one of the main faults of this administration is communication. For a long time they would just change the color of the threat level. It didn't mean anything to the average citizen. If you release the information of why you changed it you risk panic of the citizens you are trying to protect and also "tipping your hand" to the criminals you are trying to stop. It's a damned if you do, damned if you don't.
Article about sarin and mustard gas found in Iraq, possible shipment of weapons to Syria:
Iraqi Insurgents detonate artilery shell, Iraq scientist say weapons may be in Syria
As stated earlier one of the main faults of this administration is communication. For a long time they would just change the color of the threat level. It didn't mean anything to the average citizen. If you release the information of why you changed it you risk panic of the citizens you are trying to protect and also "tipping your hand" to the criminals you are trying to stop. It's a damned if you do, damned if you don't.
Article about sarin and mustard gas found in Iraq, possible shipment of weapons to Syria:
Iraqi Insurgents detonate artilery shell, Iraq scientist say weapons may be in Syria
The Bill of No Rights
The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein
The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein