On Mon, 27 Sep 2010 10:02:07 -0400, J. Clarke wrote:

The fact that you make a distinction between "the state" and "the people"
says that you realize that the system of government in the US is _not_
democracy and that the state is not controlled by the will of the people.

Thank GAW!!! It's such a relief to know that there is at least ONE sane
person left! ;-D

Thanks!
Rich