And they call this patriotism?

Republicans literally killed the political careers of Democrats who fought for the unions interest in this legislation.  Now that the election is over, items not even related to the subject of security are being tied to the bill like the proverbial Christmas tree!

Showdown Could Impact Homeland Security Bill. The Senate is expected to vote Tuesday morning on stripping out special-interest items from a homeland security bill. By The Associated Press. [New York Times: Politics]

And, when you consider the shennanigans noted in Dan Gilmore's piece, we really do have reason to be afraid...

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