by Dan Mitchell | Nov 26, 2010 | Big Government, Blogs, Privacy
One of John Boehner’s first announcements after the GOP House takeover was that he would continue to fly commercial. This is in sharp contrast to Nancy Pelosi, who insisted on using luxury jets operated by the military. Boehner deserves praise for that decision, but...
by Dan Mitchell | Nov 18, 2010 | Big Government, Blogs
Our airport security system is a giant hassle. It’s very costly. And now we have the incredible privilege of having government bureaucrats grope our private parts. So are we getting big benefits to offset these high costs? Mark Tapscott of the Washington Examiner has...
by Dan Mitchell | Nov 17, 2010 | Big Government, Blogs
Here’s what Conan had to say about the Transportation Security Administration on his new late-night talk show. In San Diego, a man refused to be patted down by airport security and some people are calling him a hero. I don’t mind being patted down by airport security,...
by Dan Mitchell | Nov 15, 2010 | Big Government, Blogs
If we believe in truth-in-advertising, TSA bureaucrats should wear these t-shirts as they get their cheap thrills.
by Dan Mitchell | Nov 14, 2010 | Big Government, Blogs
For those who follow the Drudge Report, you’ve presumably seen several stories about “Big Sis” and her plans to require either body imaging or a full pat down. I’ve always viewed this as a cost-benefit issue. There are crazies out there who want to blow up planes, so...
