Some experts worry that a harsh hearing could encourage terrorist activity . Some were born overseas , others in the U.S . It could play into the jihadist narrative that the West is at war with Islam , they say . Others say the hearing could promote a better understanding of radicalization . The timing , as well as the substance , of the hearing is key , they say .
Some experts worry that a harsh hearing could encourage terrorist activity . It could play into the jihadist narrative that the West is at war with Islam , they say . Others say the hearing could promote a better understanding of radicalization . The timing , as well as the substance , of the hearing is key , they say .