[Tucker822]

I believe the underlying, overall message these tea parties are trying to convey is simply, “Don’t tread on me.”

It encompasses all that is wrong with government.

[papertyger]

I believe the underlying, overall message these tea parties are trying to convey is simply, “Don’t tread on me.”

I believe you are absolutely correct. I also believe our government will not hesitate for one instant to "call" on that bid.