(NECN: Jim Braude) - If you want to read the mind of America on the subject of terrorism, just watch how we react to Faisal Shahzad, accused of a failed attempt to light up Broadway with a bomb.
Our right brain latches onto Shahzad's Pakistan and Dubai connections and says, "See! It's all about foreigners and Muslims."
Our left-brain sees that Shahzad was an American citizen living in a 3-decker in Bridgeport and says, "See! The terrorist could be your next door neighbor."
Our right brain fears a scheming mastermind nearly pulled off another September 11th.
Our left-brain sees a bungled crime by an inept loser.
Our right brain wants to know more about that terrorist training camp in Pakistan and possible links to the Taliban.
Our left-brain wants to know more about the personal bankruptcy and foreclosure that could have driven Shahzad over the edge.
The right brain wants to investigate the mosque where Faisal worshipped.
The left-brain wants to know more about his Facebook page.
Our right brain believes surveillance cameras were essential to Shahzad's capture.
Our left-brain credits clever cops and the t-shirt vendor who saw something and said something.
Keep these conflicts in mind as you learn more about Shahzad in the days ahead.
Because we had a close call ... We need to get better at spotting terrorists before they strike ... And maybe we should stop thinking with just half a brain.
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