Ed, I have stayed silent so far on most of the conversations here but I feel now should be a time to reflect rather than one to seek revenge.

I heard Bush on UK television indicating that America were going to lead a war on terrorism which at first glance seems reasonable but I think we need to look further into the why these acts happen and why people take such desparate extreme actions before there can be any real resolution - at least if this world is to move forward.

America makes it known that it is the most powerful country in the world and it is unlikely that other countries with grievances can stand up against the force in a "fair fight" - could this give reason for other methods being used?

America and my own country (the UK) get involved in conflicts elsewhere in the world. Do we really know whether the main motives for envolvement are ones of justice or of economics? If we were to look at other issues such as environmenal issues, one could easily take the view that financial goals overrule caring of the world we all have to live in...

Please don't get me wrong, I want to see the people who caused this terrible event brought to justice and I don't agree with terrorism. I just feel that MAYBE it is time for the world to reflect.

Jon (wrestling with his own thoughts and confusion in public)