How has terrorism affected your view of the world? What actions could be taken to combat terrorism?

Question

I feel that terrorism has only agitated the public and has had little emotional effect of me. It has however affected people around me, therefore indirectly affecting me. As for combating terrorism, I apparently mean what actions other than the ones currently in effect. There are two actions that may be taken, though both have grim consequences. One could be to have the government to terrorize the countries that harbor terrorists, i.e. bomb churches, airports, etc.( replicate the actions taken against nations by the country in question as to make terrorism and or harboring terrorists a "bad" thing by all nations, putting the terrorists in the open). Apparently the terrorists would be effected by such things seeing as most terrorists still maintain an emotional capacity. They would hopefully feel guilt, or just be in fear such things would happen to their loved ones. This would hopefully persuade them to stop. The second is to do what we are doing. Both cost lives, but one costs fewer.

When I say the government, I mean the government highering civilized crime agencies ( a mafia of sorts) to carry out these crimes. Apparently, what we are doing now is less effective, and in the long run will cost more lives. For those that take offense to this, think about it before you make a pejorative remark. Evaluate the scenarios and there positive/negative consequences before making a statement.
Hopefully, we will find a method to suppress radicalist behavior and debunk those who machinate such schemes of destruction. Since other organizations will be commiting the "crimes", we will act as a shelter to the people. We will pretend to fight the new "terrorists", which will unite the US with the citizens of countries in question. This will hopefully lead to unity, and erradicate hatred toward the US. Yes, we are not removing the hatred, but we are aiming it at someone else, so that we aren't under fire. Then, the organizations can stop, leading to a mislead trust.

I agree that terrorism is overrated and people shouldn't react so strongly. Seeing as they do, what would be an effective way to combat terrorism?

Answer 1

I think that terrorism is the most over-rated problem in the world right now. In the US, only a few thousand people have ever been killed from terrorism - yet hundreds and hundreds of thousands have been killed by guns, car crashes, etc. etc.

I have been and traveled in Syria, Turkey, Jordan etc. etc. It is completely 100% safe. Even in Syria, people will kindly say "ahlan wa sahlan" (welcome) when you tell them you are from the US.

Next the "war" on terror is almost complete BS - countries all over the world lable governmental detractors "terrorists" in order to be seen as better allies with the US. Look at Russia with Chechnya, China with Tibet.... Furthermore, this can lead to a infinite loop of revenge. As Machievelli said "towards men, either treat them well or destroy them, men take revenge over small offences." Destroying terrorists is near impossible.

You want the easiest way out of this? Stop reacting so strongly every time a few people get killed by these crazy people. They get their power from fear and terror, not killings. Next, support free press, access to the internet, good governments and human rights and you'll have fewer angry men. Really. Where ever you go people are generally good and welcoming.

Also - maintainging a more neutral stance in diplomacy would help. While the Palestinian problem is not among the world's greatest problems, the fact that the US is highly partial to Israel makes many Arabs and Muslims feel that the US does not care for them. Yes, the US should continue to provide defensive aid to Israel, but it should be turned down a notch and done with less fanfare.

You might also want to put more pressures on countries like Saudi Arabia. They are the biggest joke of an ally ever. They are the one's that support the extremest schools (rich men like Osama) and fight (most of the 9/11 hijackers). They are just as bad as the Taliban ever was - women can't go out alone, drive vote, talk to men outside of their family outside, dress as they please etc. etc.

Answer 2

May God bless!