It is disconcerting when people of two different disciplines come to the same conclusion on the problem of intolerance and violent extremism. They predict that the problem will become worse in the coming year, if no concrete steps are taken by law enforcers and if the government fails to take a firm stance against the acts and assertions of groups that clearly go against the Constitution. But why are people who claim to value diversity and equal rights not reacting? Why the silence by the majority? Two seasoned observers share their views on a complex issue.