Originally Posted by
EPF
I think I understand your point of view now. This is where I think we differ. In my mind, the detective “leaning in” to keep a violent offender from hurting others by using exaggerated language is nothing like using National Security powers against an innocent citizen. I believe this should be handled seriously and with great deference. I don’t believe we will like where the loose version ultimately goes.
Even worse IMO, the FBI continued to renew the warrants (which require new evidence each time), launch a criminal investigation, and push for the appointment of a special counsel LONG after they had failed to corroborate or straight up discredited the “evidence “ They knew their was no “there there”. They told the judge they believed these people were “agents of a foreign power”. They were also required to demonstrate that agency was in commission of a CRIME.
Don’t know how that makes you feel but I think that’s terrifying.
I understand the urge to assign the “good guys” status for our military and law enforcement organizations. Most are. They should always get the benefit of the doubt. But in the end they are people in “service”. When it’s time to give the proverbial article 15 and separate a turd from service then so be it. No tears from me.
I appreciate your willingness to keep an open mind and look at these things thoughtfully. It’s obvious that you care about the country. Seems like people can’t disagree anymore and still get along generally.