attack that probably was focused on hitting french people, because it is the french who have taken the lead fighting al qaeda and its affiliates in mali. so, i think the french are from a political point of view, internationally, are feeling very much alone. the nato hasn't backed them. the european union is sort of paying limb service to backing them. the u.n. passed a very strong resolution, but there probably will be other solutions -- resolutions watering that down. and i think they're really wondering who -- who is on their side now beyond a few facebook images of the french flag. >> chris dickey, appreciate having you with us tonight. thank you. >> thank you. still to come, a look at some of the harsh rhetoric towards muslims coming from the republican presidential candidates over the past week. taking small, manageable steps can be an effective... and enjoyable approach... compared to the alternatives.