Why It Matters About the Army in Alabama

OK. So, it appears at first glance that the Army did not cross the line in the manner in which they engaged in the Samson, Alabama scenario where a mass-murderer was on the loose.

But the issue such a thing brings to the forefront of our thinking is of vital importance. Take a look at this thought-provoking article that delves into the issue of the military being used in a law enforcement roll: 'Why It Matters that the Army was on the Streets of Samson, Alabama.'

The mere signal that such a presence sends, even if the motive was pure, is not what we as a nation embrace.

Investigation Into Army Conduct in Alabama

As a follow-up to the story we posted yesterday concerning the odd use of troops to patrol the streets of Samson, Alabama in the aftermath of a mass shooting of civilians, word has come today that an investigation has been launched into the Army's conduct.

At issue is whether or not laws have been broken. U.S. Law clearly forbids the official use of troops in domestic law enforcement matters.

Increasingly, however, the lines have been blurred as to what constitutes a violation of the law.

The issue is of extreme importance in the present era in which citizens are increasingly worried about their liberty and the growing intrusiveness of government power, particularly after the election of Barack Obama.

It is to be hoped that nothing will be swept under the rug in this investigation, that if someone in command is guilty of violating the sacred trust that troops will not be used in any way to investigate or prosecute citizens, that such a person or persons will be held accountable.

Army Admits Troops Patrolled Samson, Alabama!

After photos from citizen journalists surfaced showing that Army troops patrolled the streets of Samson, Alabama during the recent mass-murder in the area, the Army has now admitted that those troops were present during a domestic law-enforcement matter.

As many have pointed out in recent days, there has been an ominous, growing alliance between law enforcement agencies and the U.S. military. Some have suggested that the Army is preparing to engage in domestic law enforcement.

Read the latest update on this shocking story here.