The problem is that public debate, for the majority of the US population, is basically dictated. There are six corporations that control 90% of media in the US (http://i.imgur.com/2ewvrzO.jpg). The small amount of legitimate debate on any political issue is usually narrowly framed which ensures status quo power structures are protected.
The people and corporations who benefit most from the current systems also happen to have the power and wealth to significantly influence the public channels of debate.
“The smart way to keep people passive and obedient is to strictly limit the spectrum of acceptable opinion, but allow very lively debate within that spectrum....”
― Noam Chomsky, The Common Good
So how will the US plutocracy desire the debate of 'trading security for freedom' to go?
The people and corporations who benefit most from the current systems also happen to have the power and wealth to significantly influence the public channels of debate.
“The smart way to keep people passive and obedient is to strictly limit the spectrum of acceptable opinion, but allow very lively debate within that spectrum....” ― Noam Chomsky, The Common Good
So how will the US plutocracy desire the debate of 'trading security for freedom' to go?