[KylaStarr]

>>If an attack happens in Detroit during the Superbowl, it hits at multiple fronts. First, it would be broadcasted live. Second, it hits at something (Superbowl) very American. And third, if the attack is large enough, it hits American automobile industry.<<

Adding on to your thought... fourth, it would hit the entertainment industry. I've not kept up with the half time performers so other than the Rolling Stones, I don't know who all will be performing but I imagine quite a few headliners. Big hit for entertainment?

[1curiousmind]

>>If an attack happens in Detroit during the Superbowl, it hits at multiple fronts. First, it would be broadcasted live. Second, it hits at something (Superbowl) very American. And third, if the attack is large enough, it hits American automobile industry.<<

"Adding on to your thought... fourth, it would hit the entertainment industry. I've not kept up with the half time performers so other than the Rolling Stones, I don't know who all will be performing but I imagine quite a few headliners. Big hit for entertainment?"

Both of you are right. And the obvious, the death toll would make 9/11 look like nothing. Although any sports event would be a devastating blow...the Superbowl carries with it that sense of invincibility that the Trade Towers conveyed.

[WestCoastGal]

Or, another thought....since many will be watching TV that day they hit someplace else. We all know they usually go back to complete unfinished business and we all know where those places are. I think if they have the ability to hit, they want a BIG audience.

I don't know the answer, it's maddening at times. You've also seen the [unconfirmed] rumors about muslims being told to get away from the westcoast. Who knows?

[clawrence3]

Taking a quick break from their "A Bigger Bang" World Tour, the legendary Rolling Stones performance is the only announced entertainment - those guys are so old, I don't think al Qaeda will have gained that much by killing them a couple years early.

[MamaDearest]

Adding on to your thought... fourth, it would hit the entertainment industry.

Not to mention those who live there in the motor city. Not sure which of these still live there, Aretha Franklin, Bob Seger, Mitch Ryder, Ted Nugent....