Good points, and I agree with what you are saying. There are some complicating factors to consider, however, at least on a temporary level. There is growing extremism in parts of the middle east, Africa, and even spreading into Asia. These movements pose a threat to the people within the lands from which it springs, as well as to neighbouring countries they seek to infiltrate. I think in part it is a product of continued imperialist intervention and colonialism, but perhaps not entirely. Nonetheless, an effective way to handle that issue needs to be developed. Bombing the middle east, etc, just doesn’t seem like the way to go about it. Being prepared to defend ourselves and our communities would be a good start.