Propaganda, American Style

First, before I start my rant, I know there are many consciencious members of the ATF who proudly and honerably do their jobs. This isn't about them. Nor is it a protest against law enforcement who are enforcing the laws. What this post is about is propaganda, and about the governments growing trend to go authoritarian and move a grand scales. Take this ATF sweep of a poor area of Houston. Read the following glowing story-


http://www.chron.com/disp/discuss.mpl/chronicle/6505651.html

Now read a little more facts behind the story...

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/04/05/lies-damned-lies-and-mexican-guns/

See the disconnect? See using cooperation as an excuse to do a big authoritarian in your face unnecessary house to house sweep? Know where this trend could lead?

I wish Mexico were as good a neighbor as we are...