Quote by John Stossel

When we were scared about 9/11, we federalized the airport security, we spent millions for body armor for dogs in Ohio. All that over-reaction comes from fear and government - bad combination.

When we were scared about 9/11, we federalized the airport s

Summary

This quote suggests that fear and government can be a dangerous combination in terms of decision-making. It references the response to the 9/11 attacks, where airport security was taken over by the federal government and significant sums were spent on somewhat excessive measures like body armor for dogs in Ohio. The quote implies that this was an overreaction fueled by fear, cautioning that when fear drives governmental decisions, the outcomes may not always be rational or effective. It emphasizes the potential negative consequences that can arise from combining fear and government action.

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By John Stossel

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