The government wants to keep us all safe - to protect us. We're not supposed to use our own strength or common sense to do so, they want to do it for us. Of course, that means we need to carry them around in our pocket, but what's a little privacy over the safety they offer us?

I think Ben Franklin said we could be safe or free, but not both. Personally, I quit flying when they told me I couldn't carry a pocket knife - I've had one since my dad gave me my first Barlow when I was 6. I use it daily, a common tool. That's my line in the sand.

I'm a born, bred American who served his country & doesn't have a criminal record. In my opinion, that means my government better have proof that before they violate my civil rights to protect me - I really wish they felt the same way. That goes for what I listen to as well. I know how to turn off the TV or radio. I don't ask them to ban Rap music, which I find as irritating as Guy Lombardo. I just change stations - sometimes removing them from easy access when I find them too annoying. I don't need a beauracrat to help me. Pretty soon they'll want to inspect my hands after I go to the bathroom or possibly help me out - NO THANKS!