BILL CATHCART: There are no words to ease the agony, outrage, and senseless loss caused by the vicious rampage of that American-born Army officer, whose devout Muslim beliefs degenerated from religious faith to politically based Islamic fanaticism. Leaving in its wake thirteen Fort Hood patriots dead, and many others wounded, the President was quick to caution about jumping to conclusions. Which is interesting, since he himself jumped to an erroneous one with that outstanding police officer. Tell you what, when Swedes begin mass murdering Americans, we'll wait. But given this taxpayer-educated ingrate's alleged repeated utterances and actions, the conclusion is clear: This demonic act was almost certainly a premeditated, treasonous act of terrorism - personal or otherwise - against his own nation and military, both of which he betrayed in pursuit of his radicalized views. And who's ultimately to blame?

We are. We've become so ridiculous with our political correctness. So afraid of offending, despite the truth. So overly tolerant and self-effacing, pandering and apologizing to be liked. Putting up with absurd challenges to our Constitution, laws, traditions and freedoms, that we've become a nation of enablers for those with evil intent. Case in point, failing to challenge or stop the open proselytizing, and statements against America's military mission by this officer, repeatedly uttered and witnessed. The Army should have booted him long ago, but can't be faulted; as we've all now become driven by fear to eggshell sensitivity. Devout Muslim beliefs can't be challenged. Yet the devoted Jewish and Christian faithful remain a continuing target of offensive actions, insults, mockery and marginalization.

I agree with all of the above except the culpability. In the end, no matter how easy it might or might not be, it is the responsibility of each of us not to commit murder and mayhem. Almost all of us manage that, all of the time. Major Hasan chose to commit M&M instead, so he and those who helped him are ultimately to blame, and no one else. The rest of us are guilty of not being quite wary enough, no more.

In more ways than all of this, we've reached the height of absurdity in America. It's past time to knock off the elitism, and level the tolerance playing field. We must, however, pause to note, with heartfelt thanks, the efforts of the Muslim faithful who unseen, help maintain the security of our great nation - both in the community, and through their courageous FBI work as interpreters, informants, and terror-cell infiltrators; working at great risk to prevent similar barbaric acts. That said, with Veterans Day upon us, amidst the pain of Fort Hood - regardless of origin, race or religion - this challenge to those in this magnificent nation who refuse to accept, adopt, and respect our traditions, laws and freedoms: Either gain English proficiency, fully assimilate, contribute positively, and be ever thankful for the incredible blessing it is to be here; or get the heck out.