[Catwoman]

Al-Quaeda are anti-imperialist and view capitalism as the world's oppressor. As the largest propagator of the above, it is no surprise America comes under attack. You have to agree that a lot of America's actions internationally are based on self-interest (which of course underpins capitalism anyway). This is what (on a basic level) these fanatic groups, utopian and willing to die for their vision, are rising up against. They do not want to oppress America, they want to destroy the cock-sure, money-orientated, imperialist principles they believe it is built upon. They believe so strongly in this, they are willing to die for it. Do you have anything you are willing to die for? To dismiss them as irrational fanaticists is irresponsible. In a hostage situation (which this escalating crisis is effectively becoming) do you give in to the demands of the kidnapper? Do you at least listen to them without letting pride get in the way? It goes without saying that Al-Quaeda and other militant groups cannot be tolerated. But you cannot assume what they say is wrong just because they are the ones to say it.