If the U.S. were nuked tomorrow who would you point the finger at?

If a nuclear attack happened, it would, presumably, be clear (eventually) where the nuclear device originated and so where the finger could be pointed. We already know with some certainty who has a nuclear capability and who has not, so that would narrow the choice somewhat. As in the case of Britain (and I believe the US) during the last 'World War', it might be necessary to segregate certain people, either in the interests of national security or for their own safety. I wouldn't have a problem with that in essence, except in the way it was (and is) done. I believe that any country which has to impose a different system of government in an emergency should appeal to other members of the international community to support them and to monitor their behaviour. If America had to impose martial law because of aggression from another country, I would expect them to actively allow their allies and other impartial observers to assist in assuring that correct procedure and the observance of human rights were followed.

I'd blame basically all of congress, especially the late GW Bush... Patriot Act. NDAA, trillions spent and rights already taken, not to mention the war in Iraq where we supposedly were stooping wmds. If after all this crap in the last 10 years we still get nuked, then I really don't think there's anything else we can do. I'm not willing to give up all rights. Why bother living if your going to spend your life living in fear like a coward? I'll take my chances with being killed by a terrorist, at least I can enjoy my life.

No one complained? It's a major point of contention on both sides. Long time Obama supporters as well as opponents are complaining. I even know some who are reconsidering voting for him over it.

It is hard to point any finger to anyone or any country without first conducting a thorough and transparent investigation, only after that, government can only know who or which country is behind the attack. Without sufficient safety and security in place, no amount of freedom can be exercised by ordinary people, it is no doubt in the event of facing major crisis in U.S that threaten national security and public safety, limited personal freedom is tolerable during period of instability.

If your scenario played out, first people I'd blame would be the U.S. administrations for the past 4 decades or so. If it were to happen, we've got nobody to blame but our own government. I've never agreed with the U.S. policy of being the world's police force and have always believed that some day it'd come back to bite us in the butt. It'll happen sooner or later. No. I would not be willing to accept martial law. However, I believe a majority of Americans would....having been sucked into believing that the govt. has their best interests at heart as well as the embedding of the "fear factor" that makes a lot of Americans turn a blind eye to the fact that our "freedoms" have been systematically watered down, diluted and plain disappeared over the past decade. They´'d be sheep blindly doing what they're told. In regard to elections.......it's kinda the same thing. If the current president (no matter who it was) went on TV and said national security dictated that elections be "put on hold", I don't think anybody would put up much of a fuss. Still tied into the "fear factor". As far as detainment of "detractors" goes.....sigh......I think that would be inevitable too. It's been a few years now that "peaceful protesters" have actually been left alone. The general populace has accepted the detainment, disbursement of peaceful protests, etc. Sh....it. People have allowed the arrest of people simply for wearing a T-shirt. So....... If it happens, this scenario that you've put forth.....we deserve whatever happens. Sad to say, in most instances, it will be too late to do anything about it as we've already given up the majority of our civil liberties.

Look up at WTC, who exactly who done it? Terrorist? Yes, but who are they exactly? Look at the newest news about it!

First I wold blame the terrorists and then I would blame the TSA who went and searched innocent people especially who mentioned that they read a book about terrrorism , want research, are too old and are wearing protestics, and let the terrorists who had the equipment to set off the bombs get into the countyr.

It is certainly a scary thought. Not one that is so far out there either. It could literally happen at any time. The thing is about that that worries me so much is once martial law is put into place...who decides when it's lifted? Freedom...or at least what we call freedom....has been our protection for many things...but once someone is able to or has the right to restrain that..I think they will take full advantage and of the situation. There might always be an excuse to enforce that martial law.