Expertly written. Greenwald delivers a concise, damning deconstruction of the word "terrorist" as used in American political rhetoric. He condemns mainstream media for their refusal to label Joseph Stack a "terrorist"—or what he did "terrorism"—when his actions fit every accepted official definition of the terms.

A biting and insightful look at hate, racism, religious bigotry, propaganda, and abuse of the legal system and human rights.

Good article that examines how the word 'terrorist' is politically loaded term. The question is not so much whether the term terrorism applies to Micheal Stack, but the political context that informs the application of this term. The article does a good job covering this (ex: the propensity to use this term against Muslims especially), but this topic could merit a deeper investigation -- the whys and wherefores of the language of 'terrorism'. He gets to this some more in the 'Update' posted at the end of the article. What would be unfortunate would be for this argument to be used to label Joseph Stack a terrorist and close the chapter there. It doesn't help us investigate or understand the psychological need for the term ... More »

Well written, thorough examination of the word "terrorist" following the kamikaze attack of a US citizen on the IRS offices in Austin, TX. Important topic well put into perspective. Recommended reading!

Greenwald is not only getting at the use of the term "terrorist" and its various uses and meanings but also finding in Stack's manifesto elements that transcend partisan politics. Tea-baggers and Lefties alike are today in agreement with a suicide bomber. The status quo may have a problem on its hands just now.

Excellent argument.