The young man in question accused his family of alerting the FBI to his intentions. As I understand it, a Muslim also alerted authorities to the Times Square bomber of a few months ago. It is important to remember that these under cover agents dealing with would be bombers for months and years are also most likely Muslims who don't like the extremism and potential violence that most non-Muslims are appalled by. Veronica Caley Milford, MI ----- Original Message ----- From: Lawrence Helm To: Lit-Ideas Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2010 12:13 PM Subject: [lit-ideas] FBI foils bombing of Portland Christmas tree lighting ceremony http://www.lawrencehelm.com/2010/11/fbi-foils-bombing-of-portland-christmas.html Lawrence