Six Islamic extremists have admitted planning to bomb an EDL rally - and they only failed because it finished early. Jewel Uddin, Omar Mohammed Kha...
Once the killer(s) have been identified we're likely to hear about this or that motive or grievance. Suddenly explanations will abound. Sometimes, though, perhaps it's simply pure evil that we're talking about it. I'm pretty certain that's what we witnessed in Boston.
The ease of communication and information-sharing that makes websites such as Facebook and Twitter so useful for keeping in touch with friends and promoting social events makes the dissemination of extreme material much easier than in the past.
British voters have elected George Galloway of the Respect Party to Parliament in an admittedly spectacular electoral coup.
All too often we see the end product of the conveyor belt. We see the Abdulmutallabs and extremists of this world when it's too late. Ever seen what goes on in the middle? Have you ever wanted to know how well intentioned young Muslims turn into their community's worst nightmare? I can give you a sneak peak.
Perhaps we should be asking if there is any moral justification at all for extending the full benefits of unlimited free speech to those who only wish to use this platform as a means by which to advocate the silencing of those who hold alternative views to their own, as well as an opportunity by which to incite further hatred against others?
Some are now beginning to accept that the treatment of Muslims has indeed been embarrassing. A sense of objectivity and balance seems to be gradually returning.
