I dedicated 49 years (23 active duty military, 26 as a DAF civilian) of life to ensure we all have the right to freely express ourselves. During that period I came to realize that in order for any society to continue it had to live by rule, as a Republic it is necessary to ensure a fair playing field for everyone, that said, why doesn’t the same rules apply to folks like Weaver and Koresh?
You speak of Weaver being a victim of entrapment, maybe so, but what did he hope to accomplish by taking refuge? Did he think the “bad wolf” would go away and not return? Further, I would think it is awful hard to walk up to a door and serve a warrant when looking down the barrel of a gun. In order for law enforcement to be successful it has to apply the same rules when dealing with anyone, Weaver and Koresh should not have been exceptions.
I have studied both Waco and Ruby Ridge quite extensively, I won’t get into a debate about who was right or wrong, but will say the key for preventing the entire situation was entirely in the hands of these two individuals. To view this in any other manner is making exceptions to the law, where does it stop? Enforcement by the letter of the law is the only way this Republic can stand. If you don't belive this, then the next time a cop attemts to stop you for speeding rush home and grab your gun, but keep in mind they will come in and get you, even if hiding behind the wife and kids.