I think the way threads like this go reflect the inane way that we as a society discuss important social issues. At the risk of being boring, I agree with your

I think the way threads like this go reflect the inane way that we as a society discuss important social issues. At the risk of being boring, I agree with your two thoughts. I would say "this is an interesting problem for law enforcement. how can we solve this in a manner consistent with the spirit of the 4th amendment."