I take as my fundamental starting point the fundamental distinction between work and interaction

Historically, terrorism falls in a category different from crimes that concern a criminal court judge.

Since our complex societies are highly susceptible to interferences and accidents, they certainly offer ideal opportunities for a prompt disruption of normal activities.

The uncertainty of the danger belongs to the essence of terrorism.

The scenarios of biological or chemical warfare painted in detail by the American media during the months after September 11...only betray the inability of the government to determine the magnitude of the danger.

The state is in danger of falling into disrepute due to the evidence of its inadequate resources.

Perhaps at a later point important developments will be traced back to September 11. But for now we do not know which of the many scenarios will actually hold in the future.