unfortunately, the politics of fear is what drives the cutting of freedoms - that is to say, there are those who would give up their freedom and the freedom of others for increased security. What used to be the Land of the Free and Brave is now known as the land of the insecure and not so free and cowardly at least that's how I see it. and before you all jump down on me, I served in the military and I vote in the elections - I may not be able to determine who or what to vote for, but I can sure figure out who and what to vote against!

Einfach geil....deine Ideen !!! (kurz und bündiger Kommentar) Liebe Grüße aus dem kalten Germany -5 Grad brbrbr Karin:)

"Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." -Benjamin Franklin

Yeah. Exactly. "/

Nice work Rene. This looks great.. well done!! How true Rob and Mike, They create the fear then offer the answer but that means taking away more of our freedoms.. thats how you create a country of slaves. ie create a terrorist attack real or imagined tell the people they need to loose some of there freedoms ie airport checks, Patriot act, Homeland security, for their safety?? every thing goes quiet for a while... soon to be carrying papers like in Nazi Germany..

Was würden die 'Herrscher' dieser Welt bloss machen, wenn es das 'Fussvolk' nicht mehr gäbe, diese 'Heuchler' wären dann auch arbeitslos und sie bräuchten sich auch keine weiteren 'Schikanen' mehr einfallen zu lassen!!!! Es grüsst: "Big Borther" is watching you"! Ende der Durchsage - Utchen

Genial esta interpretacion de la libertad

Great image! In answer to the debate:- Sometime ago on MSN they had a mapping service with Saterlite imaging, Like google earth, I preferred it as you could pan the camera angle. I was so detailed that they had to take it down or stop at a certain level of detail! If thats available to the general public.............

Fantastische Idee Rene, schöne Arbeit!!! Das Würgeband um den Hals ist ein guter Effekt zu den politischen Themen zur Zeit. Unsere Freiheit wird immer mehr in Gefahr kommen so oder so!!!

Wonderful image! I dont think there are enough characters for me to complete my rant, so I wont start, really, I mean it this time, rofl

Thats my kind of liberty there!! good work!

freedom,mmmm do we actually have any ?, do we have choice, really ?. In this country they say you are seen on a CCTV camera at least 350 times a day, by who ?, for what purpose ?.....why ?????... Big bro thats why.

My Fav. 5+!!!

PERFECTA.

no words ;)

Wonderful image!!

Great scene. Wonderful work!!

Powerful image Rene, sadly many are willing to set back and watch their freedoms being taken away a bit at a time.

Very nice work!

Really nice scene. Great character, lighting and background! Very nice render.

This is really very beautiful work from you Rene, wonderful done love also that background.....hugs Adrie.

splendid, fascinating work !!! BUT I'M NOT SO PESSIMIST...LOL! possibly because i live in a country, Italy, where freedom was a very scarce commodity until after the second world war and isn't still well entrenched in everybody's mind. Anyway, being free from hunger in Italy has meant a real conquest of basic liberties. Before the 2nd world war one had to get the permission from the police simply to migrate from my region, Veneto to work at FIAT in Turin, so most were 'illegal alines' in Turin. I'll tell you that: you think you're slaves because you haven't really experienced manacles and bonds.

Wonderful render. I know what you mean.

Great image! Freedom and liberty are hard to get and even harder to keep!

Wonderful work, excellent character and pose! Very well done!

Well I'm with you on what you're saying. Freedom is slipping away bit by bit. I hope we can get new politicians soon to try to undo some of what's been done. Great image. Love your unique take on Lady Liberty.

"You cannot defeat a free man, the most you can do is kill him." I don't remember who said that but I like the sentiment. If you wish to be free, then be free. Stay informed, question, do not accept the lies. Don't listen to the pundits, look it up yourself. An educated, involved public is a free one. In the movie 'Exodus' the refugee ship is surrounded by the British navy. The passengers are debating what to do. Should we run, surrender? Suddenly an angry old man pushes his way into the center of the crowd. Shaking with rage he shouts, "Don't beg, FIGHT!! FIGHT!!" If you want your freedoms you are going to have to turn off the TV and get up from the couch.

Excellent scene, great idea for an image, well done :)

Sexy Lady Liberty !

EXCELLENT