I don't think anyone is unaware of the news. It's just a vague post on a subject that is obviously going to make people react or worry. If it's in reference to a story that's been reported, just specify that. I don't think that's asking much.
Article in times today about how since 9 11 more attacks have come from white extremists then islamic terrorists.
Read it. Not really a good article. It assesses the level of threat by the number of fatal attacks, while totally ignoring all the failed attempts by Islamic terrorists such as the shoe bomber, underwear bomber, Manhatten car bomber,and many others we don't hear about. If you are to evaluate the relative levels of threat, you need to count the failed attempts due to Homeland Security, FBI vigilance.
I dont want to divert from the thread. But the article also discusses the fact that threats from white extremists plots have been foiled too including ambitious explosive plans that didnt detonate. It also discusses that law enforcement officials view the extremist white threat as more dangerous by large numbers.
That being said I take your point and think its a good one. I just thought the article was eye opening and as I said interesting. Of course one terrorist attack from an islamist could dwarf that all rathet fast. I wasnt trying to play down the islamist threat which personally I fear much more.
There were a bunch of anti-terrorism cops on the 6 train yesterday
Article in times today about how since 9 11 more attacks have come from white extremists then islamic terrorists.
Read it. Not really a good article. It assesses the level of threat by the number of fatal attacks, while totally ignoring all the failed attempts by Islamic terrorists such as the shoe bomber, underwear bomber, Manhatten car bomber,and many others we don't hear about. If you are to evaluate the relative levels of threat, you need to count the failed attempts due to Homeland Security, FBI vigilance.
I dont want to divert from the thread. But the article also discusses the fact that threats from white extremists plots have been foiled too including ambitious explosive plans that didnt detonate. It also discusses that law enforcement officials view the extremist white threat as more dangerous by large numbers.
That being said I take your point and think its a good one. I just thought the article was eye opening and as I said interesting. Of course one terrorist attack from an islamist could dwarf that all rathet fast. I wasnt trying to play down the islamist threat which personally I fear much more.
Point taken. And I think its good to be reminded that Islamists are not the only serious threat out there
It is an awfully odd topic to do a hit and run thread on. Unless Modus is Jack Bauer and he's torturing a terrorist right now, he has some 'splainin' to do...
It's cyclical. Guess where most Americans are now? ON vacation. Guess where that means they will be? In tourist locations, airports, trains, bus stations, etc. Once people are on the move that much this is protocol and has been for about 14 years now.
You're also in the midst of Ramadan so the nincompoops who aren't actually Muslim who are following those radical idiots are generally asked to carry out more attacks during this time. Eids and Ramadan incur the same thing each year, pleas from the wackos for the non observant weirdos who hitch their wagon on ISIS or Al-Qaeda or Boko Haram to carry out pre-planned attacks.
I have some friends who work in counter terrorism and they mentioned some "credible chatter" over the last week involving NYC and DC. Additionally, NASA was apparantly locked down last night. Agencies in NYC and DC on heightened alert.
That's all I've got so far. If I hear anything more, I'll pass it along.
But your friends are irresponsible in telling you about some chatter, especially if what they were alluding to is classified intelligence reports. Giving a hint is worse than not giving you any information at all in the intelligence field. I understand that they wanted to keep their friend informed, but what they did was one of the big taboos of intelligence field, divulging less than half information, which just leads to a lot of speculations.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
But your friends are irresponsible in telling you about some chatter, especially if what they were alluding to is classified intelligence reports. Giving a hint is worse than not giving you any information at all in the intelligence field. I understand that they wanted to keep their friend informed, but what they did was one of the big taboos of intelligence field, divulging less than half information, which just leads to a lot of speculations.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
But your friends are irresponsible in telling you about some chatter, especially if what they were alluding to is classified intelligence reports. Giving a hint is worse than not giving you any information at all in the intelligence field. I understand that they wanted to keep their friend informed, but what they did was one of the big taboos of intelligence field, divulging less than half information, which just leads to a lot of speculations.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
People from Staten Island, apparently
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Article in times today about how since 9 11 more attacks have come from white extremists then islamic terrorists.
Read it. Not really a good article. It assesses the level of threat by the number of fatal attacks, while totally ignoring all the failed attempts by Islamic terrorists such as the shoe bomber, underwear bomber, Manhatten car bomber,and many others we don't hear about. If you are to evaluate the relative levels of threat, you need to count the failed attempts due to Homeland Security, FBI vigilance.
I dont want to divert from the thread. But the article also discusses the fact that threats from white extremists plots have been foiled too including ambitious explosive plans that didnt detonate. It also discusses that law enforcement officials view the extremist white threat as more dangerous by large numbers.
That being said I take your point and think its a good one. I just thought the article was eye opening and as I said interesting. Of course one terrorist attack from an islamist could dwarf that all rathet fast. I wasnt trying to play down the islamist threat which personally I fear much more.
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Article in times today about how since 9 11 more attacks have come from white extremists then islamic terrorists.
Read it. Not really a good article. It assesses the level of threat by the number of fatal attacks, while totally ignoring all the failed attempts by Islamic terrorists such as the shoe bomber, underwear bomber, Manhatten car bomber,and many others we don't hear about. If you are to evaluate the relative levels of threat, you need to count the failed attempts due to Homeland Security, FBI vigilance.
I dont want to divert from the thread. But the article also discusses the fact that threats from white extremists plots have been foiled too including ambitious explosive plans that didnt detonate. It also discusses that law enforcement officials view the extremist white threat as more dangerous by large numbers.
That being said I take your point and think its a good one. I just thought the article was eye opening and as I said interesting. Of course one terrorist attack from an islamist could dwarf that all rathet fast. I wasnt trying to play down the islamist threat which personally I fear much more.
Point taken. And I think its good to be reminded that Islamists are not the only serious threat out there
It is an awfully odd topic to do a hit and run thread on. Unless Modus is Jack Bauer and he's torturing a terrorist right now, he has some 'splainin' to do...
There has a been a lot activity.
You're also in the midst of Ramadan so the nincompoops who aren't actually Muslim who are following those radical idiots are generally asked to carry out more attacks during this time. Eids and Ramadan incur the same thing each year, pleas from the wackos for the non observant weirdos who hitch their wagon on ISIS or Al-Qaeda or Boko Haram to carry out pre-planned attacks.
Wish I had specifics, but I don't.
I have some friends who work in counter terrorism and they mentioned some "credible chatter" over the last week involving NYC and DC. Additionally, NASA was apparantly locked down last night. Agencies in NYC and DC on heightened alert.
That's all I've got so far. If I hear anything more, I'll pass it along.
That very kind of you to say.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
And if they work for NCTC, I would take what they say with a large grain of salt. Those guys see boogeymen anywhere they want to find one.
Hope you're right, Ronnie. Hope you're doing well.
Mo...thank you, and I hope you are well. Sorry that you took some ribbing from people around here.
And tell your friends to either give you real information or keep their mouths shut!...;)
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