I worry that we've replaced the American understanding of austerity, rationing, community, and hard work necessary to survive the next decade with a fig leaf of

I worry that we've replaced the American understanding of austerity, rationing, community, and hard work necessary to survive the next decade with a fig leaf of cries of national security. If you're still in the later camp, when times get tough you're more likely to be first to the black market. First to burn your ration card. I see all kinds of firsts in the future for such folks, none of them America. Good riddance.