So it seems that the British populace is returning to business as usual, refusing to be cowed by the terrorist actions on subway and bus lines. They are back to riding buses, back to the tube. Meanwhile, we Americans are continuing to be cowed, blockading this and allegedly securing that, in a futile attempt to make ourselves feel more secure, rather than simply showing the world our contempt for such actions and continuing with our way of life.
What a remarkable turnaround. The descendants of the colonists, formerly so proud of our independence from Britain, our superiority over the world, now are simply put to shame by the citizens of our former motherland. Sure, it took 200-odd years. But it is upon us. America has decided to look to the government for their protection, rather than simply holding our head high and seizing it ourselves. It’s a sad day – and not only because of the transportation tragedy in London.