Some experts worry that a harsh spotlight could encourage terrorist activity . It could play into the jihadist narrative that the West is at war with Islam , experts say . Others say the hearing could produce a better understanding of radicalization . TL;DR The FBI and Homeland Security are holding an open forum on terrorism in Washington this week.
Some experts worry that a harsh spotlight could encourage terrorist activity . It could play into the jihadist narrative that the West is at war with Islam , experts say . Others say the hearing could produce a better understanding of radicalization . The tone , as well as the substance , of the hearing is key , they say .