Palin gives keynote speech at 'tea party' gathering

[Little32]

Didn't know if I should post this here, or start a new thread.

I have been reading about the Tea Party movement and have been trying to understand their general disquiet in a historical context. Is the fear really greater now than it has been at any other point in history, or does the "Tea Party Movement" just make for catchy headlines? If the fear is greater, why so?

I mean, I have some thoughts on the matter, but the historical context would be useful. So if you want to provide particular examples or references, I am all for it.