Terrorism and Censorship
Part Of The Problem
Deep Dive
Why is it difficult to prevent car-based terrorist attacks like the one in New Orleans?
Car-based terrorist attacks are difficult to prevent because vehicles are easily accessible and can cause significant damage in crowded areas. Unlike plane hijackings, which became harder post-9/11 due to measures like locked cockpit doors, there are no simple solutions to stop someone from using a car as a weapon.
What motivated the New Orleans terror attack according to the speaker?
The New Orleans terror attack appears to have been motivated by symbolic significance, as it occurred on New Year's Eve. Terrorism often aims to psychologically impact people, making them feel unsafe in public spaces, especially during holidays or significant events.
What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between U.S. foreign policy and terrorism?
The speaker suggests that U.S. foreign policy, particularly military presence in the Middle East and support for Israel, contributes to terrorism. He references Ron Paul's argument that actions like these provoke blowback, as people in affected regions may feel justified in retaliating against perceived injustices.
Why does the speaker believe censorship on platforms like Twitter is problematic?
The speaker believes censorship on platforms like Twitter is problematic because it undermines free speech, especially when it targets truth-tellers or dissenting voices. He argues that transparency and consistent application of rules are essential to maintain credibility and avoid the appearance of bias.
What is the speaker's stance on demonetizing accounts critical of Israel or Jews?
The speaker opposes demonetizing accounts critical of Israel or Jews, even though he personally finds anti-Semitism abhorrent. He believes that fighting bad ideas with good ideas, rather than censorship, is the more effective and principled approach.
- New Year's Eve terror attack in New Orleans
- Challenges in preventing vehicular attacks
- Motivations behind terrorism
- US foreign policy's role
- Lone-wolf attacks
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