My email to CBS

Here's my response to them:


I am writing in reference to your January 14, 2004 evening news article on
the regarding the alleged threat posed by general aviation.

While many people cower in their homes glued to their television bracing
themselves for the next terrorist attack (which just happens to create huge
profits to "news" organizations as yourself), the more enlightened of us are
merely disgusted by your ridiculous sensationalism.

There is a simple reason security at general aviation airports remain
unchanged: it's "Not Necessary".

Your own report demonstrated the devastating effects of a small plane
ramming into a skyscraper: a single window was damaged. The 9/11 terrorists
knew this themselves: they left their GA planes sitting peacefully on the
tarmac as they committed their horrendous deeds. These small planes are an
inefficient tool compared to countless other destruction delivery methods.

It is selfish and irresponsible reporting such as this which prompts
individuals to toss away their freedoms in return of some perceived safety.
In the end, the terrorists win - and you gain market share. Just who's side
are you on, anyway?

How do you plan to scare us tomorrow night? I'm sure you have the teaser
cued and ready.