Mother of God

Whenever creation yields to God, the Mother of God is allowed to be
present, in that very matter which yields. In those places, matter does
not remain impersonal, but is personified in the Mother of God. The
saints walk around, dedicating all places to the Mother of God.

culture of fear

The Bush Administration is actually succeeding at creating a culture of
fear. Look how we all cower. People are less and less inclined to say
what they feel about what is going on.
G.W. himself postures defiantly every chance he gets. His body language
says, "Don't dare challenge me, in any way."
God, have mercy!