Have you confused tyranny with freedom?

[Bob]

Please take the time to learn the differences between negative and positive liberty. Understanding these concepts will help us fight for freedom in our age by striking at the root of the problem of tyranny - rather than ever flailing at its leaves.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84wJlDC8--o

Yes, the BBC video is groovy, but it explains the concepts well.