Arizona Republic -- March 2
Fence
to nowhere
The "virtual fence" is a real boondoggle.
The sophisticated mix of radar, satellites, sensors and computers is supposed to help the U.S. Border Patrol nab illegal immigrants and smugglers. But it's way over budget, way behind schedule - and doesn't work.
The mess carries two important messages. High-tech government projects require greater analysis and oversight. And the single-minded focus on securing the border is distracting us from an effective answer to illegal immigration. |
American Border Patrol -- March 2
Letter to the Editor
by Glenn Spencer
Your editorial "Fence to nowhere" misses the mark as to cause of failure. Secretary of Homeland Security, Mr. Chertoff, is a fan of amnesty and a North
American Union, as is his boss, President Bush. This explains why we are having trouble.
In July 2006, I predicted
the failure of the virtual fence because Boeing would not
be given proper requirements. This has been confirmed.
On December 7, 2007, the DHS issued a press
release claiming it had completed 284 miles of fence. (More) |
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