Kicked into Action

Related Link » Qatari diplomat’s midair scare cost taxpayers thousands
“Sure, there was no real threat, and the diplomat was just joking. But the blogosphere was on fire, so to speak, on Thursday with calls for the Qatari government to reimburse Uncle Sam for the money it cost the federal government to respond. Even a U.S. congressman said that wouldn’t be such a bad idea. ‘A lot of people kicked into action last night based on a perceived threat’, said Rep. Pete Hoekstra, R-Mich., ranking Republican on the House intelligence committee. ‘I don’t think it’s unreasonable’ to ask Qatar for the money.” [emphasis added]
— By Fox News Online, Published 04/08/10

I think it is "unreasonable to ask" Qatar for the money. I think it should be demanded.

Moreover, the United States should demand that this comedian/dipshitmat be returned to the United States to perform his stand-up routine in a closed room, together with all the passengers whom he attempted to amuse in midair. If he can get them to laugh at his jokes, fine, he can go back home. Otherwise, they may just "kick into action", so to speak.

Ready to Kick into Action                                              h/t Theo

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