Are Post-Sept. 11 Airport Screens Just 'Security Theater’?

All Things Considered, NPR by Brian Naylor | Sep. 11, 2009 (Special Report)

While the technology to screen passengers has become more advanced and the check-in lines a little shorter, the question of whether flying is terrorism-proof remains. The Transportation Security Administration touts its latest machinery, but critics call the screening process "security theater." Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Joey Baker - Sep 10, 2009 - 10:48 PM PDT
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Edited by: Joey Baker - Sep 11, 2009 - 10:51 PM PDT
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 by Joey Baker - Sep. 11, 2009

Solid piece on a relevant topic. The audio, is, like most NPR pieces, well done.

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