Why Paris Type Terror Attack Is Less Likely in U.S.

The transcript discusses France's response to recent raids targeting radicals, highlighting the significant number of radicalized individuals in Europe, particularly in France and Belgium. It compares the security measures in the US and Europe, noting the challenges Europe faces due to a higher rate of radicalization and less stringent security. The discussion also touches on the disenfranchisement of Muslims in Europe and the need for increased security spending and efforts to address grievances.

What was the primary focus of France's response to the recent terrorist activities?

• Implementing new immigration policies

• Negotiating with extremist groups

• Increasing border security

• Conducting raids on known radicals

Why is Belgium significant in the context of European extremism?

• It has the largest Muslim population in Europe

• It has a high per capita recruitment to ISIS

• It has the most advanced counterterrorism measures

• It is the headquarters of the European Union

What has been a historical issue in Belgium related to extremism?

• Economic instability

• High number of terrorist plots

• Frequent changes in government

• Lack of international cooperation

What makes it more difficult for extremists to enter the United States compared to Europe?

• Layers of aviation security

• Higher number of law enforcement officers

• More advanced military technology

• Stricter visa requirements

How does the rate of radicalization in the United States compare to Europe?

• It is higher in the United States

• It is about the same

• It varies by state

• It is lower in the United States

What is a major challenge in addressing the disenfranchisement of Muslim minorities in Europe?

• Lack of funding for social programs

• Public opinion and discrimination

• Insufficient military presence

• Inadequate educational opportunities

What is a long-term project European governments are working on regarding Muslim minorities?

• Reducing immigration

• Building more mosques

• Increasing military presence

• Ameliorating grievances