Terrorist tactic - Time acts for extra impact

Monday, December 10, 2001

WASHINGTON -- The warning from the White House to be on high alert this holiday season recognizes a tactic used by terrorists in the mountains of Peru, the back alleys of Belfast, the Middle East and Oklahoma City: Time attacks for maximum emotional impact.

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