A whole decade after 9/11, all too many still have only a vague idea of what does -- and doesn't -- motivate terrorists and/or increase the threat of terrorism. It doesn't help that many politicians exploit the anxiety that terrorism evokes to promote their own agendas. In this talk Professor Claude Berrebi will debunk myths and common misconceptions and will expose the true relationship between economic conditions and terrorism. Doing so will enable you to make a better informed decision when considering policies that call for increased aid and educational assistance with the aim of ending terrorism.