The Lessons of St. Paul

September 11, 2008 | 1552 GMT

Austin, TX, Sept. 10, 2008 - This week in our Terrorism Intelligence Report, we focus on the recent terrorist threat at the Republican National Convention from the Austin Affinity Group. We encourage you to read the entire article, but here are some main points:

  • The events in St. Paul last week provide an excellent opportunity to examine the organization and tactics of the anarchists comprising the RNC Welcoming Committee (RNCWC).
  • The RNCWC is really a part of a larger radical anarchist network and seeks to export its ideology and tactics.
  • Authorities were able to thoroughly infiltrate the group and defang its most aggressive components before they could strike.



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