I don't know that I would use that phrasing (simply out fo deference to the The President), but I'm sure there is some of that. I'ts what I would do if I were them. But we have more than ample resources to deal with real and red herring threats inside our borders. Its the psychological damage -making us all feel vulnerable - that they are after.
I also think that is what is behind Cheny's letting everyone know about the indications pointing towards New York a few days before Memorial Day Weekend. Kind of a "take that b***h - you wanted warnings, now you have them." All those New York businesses that were looking forward to a busy weekend are going to blame Hillary when the tourists stay away.
And what can she say about it? Nada! Game. Set. Match! The balls in your Court baby!
As for the warnings, I knew this was going to happen. I just wish they would pick on someplace else for a while. I live right on NY Harbor and the security restrictions have already shut down some of my best fishing spots. :(
But if that is the sacrafice I have to make toward the defeat of the wicked witch, so be it!
P.S. - I just heard on WABC radio that in addition to the Statue and Bridge, they added the UN.
Now that's a target they can have!