In this case I don't question the source. I've been involved in the meetings and had to aid in a problem with an international event. There was no "conjecture or swank", merely action.

The larger issue is simply how much is reasonable security and how much is window dressing? Anyone who thinks we don't need reasonable security is too stupid to leave home alone, let alone travel. But...let's not waste time wanding 80+ grandparents from Iowa.