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Politics : The 2nd Amendment-- The Facts........ -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: PatiBob who wrote (539)	4/21/1999 4:09:00 PM
From: chaosad	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 10167

Some of you may have already read this letter from the attorney general. The implications are still frightening, though. TO: All federal law enforcement agencies FROM: Atty. Gen. Janet Reno CC: Pres. Clinton RE: Right-wing extremists operating within the U.S. ================================================================ In an attempt to assist federal agents in their attempts to stem the tide of increasingly criminal behavior of the conservative elements within the United States, the DOJ has developed a "profile" of the typical right wing extremist. You should completely familiarize yourself with this profile; be prepared to recognize "potential problems" before they arise. SUSPECT CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Right-wing extremists typically are men, aged anywhere from their early 20s to their 70s or 80s. However, female extremists are not unheard of. The most obvious sign of an extremist is his or her reverence for the flag of the United States, and of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence. People capable of reciting entire passages from either of these documents must be considered extremely dangerous. Another tell-tale sign is an ability to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Many of these people will proudly proclaim to be Patriots who trust in God, whereas they will openly state they distrust the federal government. Some even suggest the government's powers are limited by the Constitution. Extremists also profess a belief in "family values." Be warned: this is a buzz word for their opposition to divorce, single parent families, welfare, same-sex marriages, drugs, pre-marital sex, and many other of the laudable goals for which this administration is diligently working. The typical extremist is also well armed, many preferring semi-automatic rifles and handguns which look like military weapons. Although no data yet suggests any extremists have used their weapons for any illegal purposes, do not be fooled. We have reason to believe many of them harbor ill-will towards the government. Many even admit they believe the purpose of the Second Amendment is to check the government's power. The most extreme even believe the government should be subservient to the people. Anyone making such statements should be treated with the utmost caution. These people often claim public schools (or government schools, as they call them), are "indoctrination centers" designed to program children. For this reason, extremists often home school their children. They are also opposed to affirmative action, believing instead in the antiquated and racist notion that people should be judged by the quality or merit of their character, rather than the color of their skin. Anyone opposing racial quotas should be considered a suspect. Extremists also claim our freedoms are being "lost." They speak in terms of honor and valor, yet they do not believe we should live up to our financial obligations to the U.N. Veterans should be considered especially dangerous because they have sworn allegiance to the defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Right-wing extremists also oppose most social programs, and prefer instead to characterize themselves as self-reliant. Many extremists object to income taxes, and especially to so-called "wealth transfer" programs, which is simply a code word for federal social spending. Remember: most of these extremists look like you and me. The only way you will be able to recognize them is by listening to what they say. Please also remember: the very survival of our administration rests upon detecting and eliminating problems before they arise. Thank you, Janet Reno Janet Reno, U.S. Attorney General