[conservativejoy]

Why sure, it’s a clock. I think this kid’s dad is involved with a radical Islamic group. Nothing suspicious going on here though. Sheesh!

[Resolute Conservative]

It was a set-up by the parents right down to the NASA t-shirt he was wearing and LEO’s took the bait.

[Azeem]

“Why sure, it’s a clock. I think this kid’s dad is involved with a radical Islamic group. Nothing suspicious going on here though. Sheesh!”

The first clue should be CAIR got involved immediately.

[MrB]

The question should be asked -

PC aside, was it unreasonable to be suspicious of this device?

That answer is no.
It’s only because he’s a middle eastern kid and a muslim that is causing the PC crowd to be up in arms.