Mumbai Attacks - Is Manhatten (or Memphis) Next?

Townhall ^ | November 30, 2008 | John Caile

[2ndDivisionVet]

There aren't enough soldiers in the world to disarm us.

[goldstategop]

Unlike the Indians, Americans are armed. Terrorists who would try to pull it off here don't face a population exposed totally to their mercy. I would not advise them to attempt it because if they did, they would have a surprise waiting for them.

"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus

[al baby]

Or what about at Obamas coronation

[buccaneer81]

I’ve always said that if the Muzzies really had thought things out, to truly demoralize the public, 9-11 would have been on a Saturday at 2:00 EDT. One plane into Ohio Stadium during an Ohio State football game, another into the Mall of America, another into Disney World and the fourth into Yankee Stadium.

[boxer21]

It would seem feasible for a group of terrorists to attack an American shopping mall, entering many entrances and by shooting and using hand grenades they could easily kill hundreds.

Very likely al Qaeda has plans for something larger than the Twin Towers and Pentagon attack.

[Dallas59]

...and WHEN they do this...Hussein will apologize to the families of any of the terrorist killed and give them reparations.

[Blue Jays]

At whom would one shoot in a shopping mall if one were armed, anyway?
It takes more than a couple American patriots with sidearms, it takes a patriotic and pro-American mindset among the population.
Overcoming the whole "Blame America First" ideology is crucial at this time.

[mlocher]

Three years ago I spotted a shop lifter in a mall near me. Having nothing better to do, I followed him to his car in the lot and jotted down his license number. I found the security center in the mall and explained what happened to one of the two men there. One man was carefully looking at about two dozen TV monitors and the other seemed very disinterested in my story. Scratching my head and very puzzled at the lack of interest, I finally muttered, "You guys are too busy now that your job has changed to tracking terrorists, aren't you?" They security guard replied, "You got that right." So I left.

I am not sure how two armed men could protect an entire mall, but given my experience, it seems that the industry has changed and that we are somewhat prepared should there be an attempt at a mass shooting.

[w1andsodidwe]

Every since they found terrorists in little Lodi Ca, no place is safe. The guy that drives the musical ice cream truck in Lodi is a convicted terrorist (he plead guilty) who is out on the streets pedaling treats to the children. Very scary.

[Gondring]

It's so diabolically simple that I'm amazed they haven't done it so far.

Agreed. And it wouldn't have to be shopping centers. I was concerned about hotels being a prime target...not big targets, but enough to keep people on edge, never knowing what small target might be hit.

It seems that the cat is out of the bag now, and that's not good. They also realize that with a small expenditure, they can get us to borrow/devalue our currency by trillions of dollars, and the economic damage is the true intent, not any attention-seeking.

Strategic thinkers will realize why the departure of W is not necessarily something for Al-Q to celebrate, as their goal is not to kill Americans, but to destroy America. President Bush has done a good job in reacting as they wanted--weakening us financially.

There aren't enough soldiers in the world to disarm us.

It won't be soldiers doing the disarming, and it won't be police. It will be The People.

[Gondring]

I’ve always said that if the Muzzies really had thought things out, to truly demoralize the public, 9-11 would have been on a Saturday at 2:00 EDT. One plane into Ohio Stadium during an Ohio State football game, another into the Mall of America, another into Disney World and the fourth into Yankee Stadium.

I had predicted the Super Bowl, but when it was the Twin Towers, I realized that made more sense and I should have seen it. They tend to repeat their targets, and also wouldn't have realized the impact of the Super Bowl. Hitting the Oscars would have hurt their allies, and so would the Super Bowl. So, it made sense...and I won't express additional thoughts in case anyone reading might get ideas.

[ctdonath2]

It was tried on 9/11. We wiped out two countries in response. Hasn’t happened again.

[Frantzie]

I doubt they will try Memphis. My guess is the Muzzies would get their a*ses shot off if they attacked anywhere in TN. :-)

[shhrubbery!]

I hope you're right that the (two) mall security guys were more focused on spotting terrorists than shoplifters. If security is understaffed, no question what their priority should be.

Did you try reporting the thief's license # to the store's management (where the merchandise was stolen)?

I would think those personnel would be more interested in the theft.

[farlander]

Well, here in IN we got a shall-issue policy. I have one, and I’m carrying even to go see my barber, not to mention especially going to the mall.

That said - I really would have thought they’d have tried such a mall attack LOOOONG time ago. It seems too easy to stage and would have maximum effect on the economy as it would probably succeed in reducing consumer spending a few % pts.

It is a testament to the dilligence and ability of agencies that protect us that it hasn’t happened yet.

[Global2010]

Article makes me think about this forum and others that have old accounts showing up and new asking about what new gun should I get or I just stocked up.

In cyberspace we have no idea who these accounts really belong too.

So the MSM is writing about all the right wing gun posts on stocking up when the possiblility is these posters could be anti American terrorists trying to bring gun buying sales gone wild look like pre O Potus gun stocking uppers.

[Carry_Okie]

Mumbai Attacks - Is Manhatten (or Memphis) Next?

Uh, wasn't Manhattan first?

[Question_Assumptions]

There was a hijacking in India using something like box cutters before 9/11. I think there is a good chance that what works in India will be tried in the United States in the future.

[sheik yerbouty]

Should that occur, within the hour, Mecca and Medina should be cities no more. They should be smoldering craters..