At what point does thinking about killing the president become illegal in America?

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4. Talking about people who want to kill the president, without ever saying you are one of those people. (this will get you questioned)
5. Trying to convince others to BELIEVE in the concept of killing the president, without trying to convince them to actually do it. (this will get you questioned)
6. Trying to convince others to kill the president. (this is solicitation or conspiracy and a crime)
7. Planning to kill the president, but never following through on it because he never comes to your state. (if you only plan it in your head, no crime. But if you committed any acts like buyin a gun, writing down the plans, then it is attempt)
8. Pointing a gun at the president from a secret location, but never shooting (attempt)...Show more

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Even wishing he were dead is apparently enough. A friend of mine was just talking crap one day about how the President should be shot (Clinton) and someone overheard this and actually went so far as to call the SS. The Secret Service showed up at his home 2 days later and questioned him. After concluding he was no threat they left and that was that. We've never let him live that one down!...Show more

7. Planning to kill the president, but never following through on it because he never comes to your state.

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Have you considered the fact that, supposedly, every computer message is recorded somewhere in England and checked for key words which indicate terrorist threats or threats against government officials (such as the President)?
Good luck! I hope you find your accommodations at Leavenworth comfortable!...Show more