Patriot Act 3

Don't kid yourselves. It's coming. The only questions are how and how soon. It's rare that we agree with the Democrats on much, but it was gratifying to seem them shoot down the extension of the unconstitutional (un)Patriot(ic) Act that they themselves originally voted for . Whether or not they acted for the right reasons is still up for grabs. And remember: if you're doing the right thing for the wrong reason, you're not really doing the right thing.

Of course, as soon as the junior Senator from New York gets settled in the Oval Office, those odious provisions -- and more -- will be very enthusiastically promoted by the very same people who just voted against them.

It's OK, though. You can trust the government. Ask any Indian.