December 10, 2002

Have *you* taken any diving lessons within the last 3 years?

If yes, you can be happy in the knowledge that the federal government knows about it now. Plus, in their infinite efficiency, they have already done a background check on you to see if you're possibly a terrorist, plotting to attack the sacred homeland with your newly acquired skill.

The New York Times has a frighteningly precise expose piece on its site today, uncovering the latest push from law enforcement agencies to spy on you without even the slightest indication that you're a criminal.

As one of the interviewed civil liberatarians most poignantly remarked: "We're protecting freedom and democracy, but unfortunately freedom and democracy have to be sacrificed."

Big Brother is watching.

Hey, who wants to go learn how to skydive?