Know why 1984 was written in the first place? Because Orwell envisioned it the world like that based on government actions at the time of writing. Did 1984 ever happen? No, it didnt. Its the same thing everytime the government sneezes, "Uh oh...1984 is coming!"

That book has been a plague since 1949.

Fact is this has all happened before. And it will happen again, and doesnt mean 1984 is coming. Remmber the communist inquisition in the 50's anyone?

And for those little US bashers, try checking out your country's history or present. Im sure you can find equitable or possible worse actions on the part of your government.