1. a) Define complacent.  b) What has made Americans complacent, according to Frank Gaffney?

2. a) What are Mr. Gaffneys credentials?
b)
In addition to the success of counterterrorism efforts since 9/11, what
does Mr. Gaffney believe is part of the reason America has been spared
from terrorism on a smaller scale?
c) What reaction might smaller attacks cause that the terrorists would want to avoid?

3.  List the three factors Mr. Gaffney credits for preventing further terrorist attacks on U.S. soil.

4. a) In his 10 steps presented to U.S. policymakers, which one did Mr. Gaffney particularly emphasize? 
b) Explain how he says this step will work.

5.  Do you think
Mr. Gaffney's suggestion from question #4 will be an effective tool for
fighting terrorism?  Explain your answer.

6.  OPTIONAL:  Read Frank Gaffney's 10 steps for fighting terrorism at his website WarFooting.com.
Why should Mr. Gaffney's steps be viewed as encouraging rather than depressing or scary?