If these guys can off Kennedy I'm concerned they can't seem to get it together to off one measly lone-wolf reporter.
One of the rules for staying in power is to distract the masses and keep them arguing over things they can't control.
The reporter may actually be perceived as furthering that goal, at this point. As, they already control the ones who have the real power.
If/when Obama's honeymoon is over and his popularity plummets, that's when opposition leaders/informants need to beef up personal security.
Now, if a movement actually gathers strength, then the movement leaders become targets.
Kennedy had the power to actually thwart real plans put in place, in defiance.
If a billionaire wants you dead or silenced, you will be.
I wish I could be more optimistic. Really, I do. But, history's repetitive signs are all around to see. Those below a certain age can't fathom it, and many of those old enough to know refuse to acknowledge it, it's too horrible to embrace.