You have a point in some ways, but I think that there are many counterpoints to this as well. Ever sit in an airport terminal and hear over the PA that todays t

You have a point in some ways, but I think that there are many counterpoints to this as well. Ever sit in an airport terminal and hear over the PA that todays threat level is orange? Some people might also question the necessity of such devices, which instead of alleviating fears, creates them. A lot of these types of measures only solidify some peoples irrational fears as being legitimate.