Arrests in Jordan and at the Canadian border underline the dangers. Most of it springs from jealousy and a lack of understanding, and much from anger at this country's insistence on having its own way. While the government cannot shy from international involvement because of terrorism, it should be sure of itself when it acts and then decisive and thorough. For the average American during the holidays, it will not be American foreign policy that will be of concern so much as long waits in airports or the possibility of explosions or other violence at a large celebration. Patience will be needed.
Caution is advisable.
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