It's a sad state of affairs indeed when the figures of moderation and reform that many who call themselves liberal or progressive should in theory support are instead shunned in the name of political correctness. For how can one expect to promote progress while helping to stifle the voices at its heart?

People such as Shoebat and Darwish, who literally risk their lives to call attention to a grave threat to all our rights, are the true freedom fighters of our day. But far too many accord that label to those who choose to effect political change by blowing themselves up in a crowd of civilians or by randomly lobbing rockets into homes and schools or by promoting hatred of other religions. By excusing such behavior and simultaneously helping to suppress reformers, liberal student groups are in fact aiding the very totalitarian forces they claim to oppose. They have in effect become part of the problem, not part of the solution.

It would be nice if we could look to our colleges and universities as the bearers of progress, but at this rate it seems an unlikely prospect. If we are to truly promote an atmosphere of intellectual openness, respectful political debate and the free flow of ideas on campus, then we must stem the tide of thuggery, bullying and intolerance that threatens to subsume future generations.

Otherwise, we cede the day to mob rule.

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USA Patriot Act Film: The Cost of Freedom - Civil Liberties, Security and the USA PATRIOT Act

The cost of freedom...haha

Many people don't even know the main effectiveness of the Patriot Act.

Guess what, the Brooklyn Bridge still stands thanks to the Patriot Act!

Right. Some people don't realize we are at war. They also have no idea of this country's history when at war. What really amazes me is not that some people don't realize we are at war and what that means.....what amazes me is how those same people can function every day and be that stupid.