WSJ: "The NSA's 'metadata' surveillance is legal and necessary…"

Well, it's the hypocrisy of it all, especially the president's.

But see the Journal's editorial, "Thank You for Data-Mining":

We bow to no one in our desire to limit government power, but data-mining is less intrusive on individuals than routine airport security. The data sweep is worth it if it prevents terror attacks that would lead politicians to endorse far greater harm to civil liberties.

Previously:

* "Obama Administration Surveillance Regime: Most Breathtaking Violations of Civil Liberties in U.S. History."

* "The U.S. Surveillance Police State."