Originally Posted by
exerda
Wouldn't it be much better to spend the $$ on something that is actually effective, rather than something that provides the illusion of effect, even if said illusion postpones the inevitable attack a "few years?"
You are probably too far ahead of your time with that statement!
But here's the thing that gets me, I have worked with (not for) various law enforcement and alphabet soup government agencies. I know for a fact that there is a lot going on in the background to fight the affectionately known "WOT" (but those in the trenches just know it as their everyday job). I'm actually amazed at all the succesful things that are done on a day to day basis that we don't or won't hear about...
...then i fly and witness the kabuki style theatrics to keep us fear mongering citizens safer from the evils...
I just don't get it. I really don't.