We've been robbed!

While thinking about what is occurring in DC the term "smash and grab" came to mind.  I think that's a good analogy for what this administration is doing.  In a "smash and grab" robbery the thugs have chosen their target with an idea of what they want to get but time is of the essence.  When the moment of opportunity arrives they power their way in by whatever means necessary and immediately begin to grab as much as they can in the shortest period of time possible.  They know the only hope they have of succeeding is to overwhelm the target, grab as much as they can and run off to hide the loot for later distribution and use.  They know they'll be missing out on  some things and will lose a few things in their haste but the objective is to get as much as possible in as little time as possible.  If they can't accomplish that they'll most likely be stopped and held accountable for their actions.  The cameras are on and the alarms are blaring but by the time the good guys arrive it's too late.

It has occurred to me that there is a well orchestrated scheme that has been in the planning stages for years, just waiting for the moment of opportunity.  I even think it's quite possible that B.O. and his owners/handlers know that it's likely he won't get a second term, and the 2010 elections may limit their options.  But for now - THIS is the moment, the lunatics are running the asylum and they have no time to waste.  They will continue to smash and grab for as long we give them opportunity and if and when they're finally stopped the damage will be nearly irreparable and what can be salvaged will take years and years to repair.  Even then, it will never be the same and we may never feel secure again.  We've been violated - and we're not even supposed to complain about it.