I think we're going to be in for social unrest of some kind. I don't think it's going to be on the level of some '60/70's type social revolution or a violent insurrection that the author thinks we're in for. We are quickly approaching a generational tipping point, and the status quo just isn't cutting it. The baby boomer generation has left a gaping hole of leadership. Among other things. So it depends on how quickly they adapt to the fact the next generation is going to assert themselves to fill that void.
I've never bought into the police state hysteria. Even though yeah, there's been quite a bit of anti-terrorism/homeland security laws that could be abused for repressive purposes. So far so good. Congress is quietly modifying or repealing some laws that went too far.
Changes to the Posse Comitatus Act for example. That was opposed by all 50 state governors.
Jam it back in, in the dark.