[catilac]

Ah, that makes sense. You're right, I'm probably bringing in the wrong points relative to his experience.

However, I just feel that his experience opens up a higher level discussion of America's (poor?) implementation of border patrol.

Also, in terms of unfounded comments. There is a chance you haven't read this: http://varnull.adityamukerjee.net/post/59021412512/dont-fly-...

Race is always complex, especially because racism illegal. It becomes a subtle and hard to describe thing. Maybe "random search" is a good way to describe it. Ultimately, it makes me feel like I'm being delusional. I hope I am.

[MichaelGG]

That story is about the TSA and local police, not the CBP. Very different.

Also, a US Citizen returning to the US does not have to answer any questions (apart from the written customs declaration) and cannot be denied re-entry to the US. (Although, as always, agents may abuse people.)