EDM501 Domestic Terrorism (2017OCT02FT-1)
Theories and Practices of Domestic Terrorism Discussion 1
Number 1 discussion is based on: Kaplan, J. (2008).
Terrorism fifth wave: A theory, a conundrum, and a dilemma. Perspectives on
Terrorism, 2(2). Retrieved from:
http://www.terrorismanalysts.com/pt/index.php/pot/article/view/26/html
•Read pages 1-4: Four-Wave Theory and Characteristics of
Fifth Wave Groups. Comment on the establishment of a typical domestic
break-away group and give an example of an actual terrorist group in the United
States.
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original post and all response posts.
Winning/Losing Strategies for Domestic Terrorists Discussion
2
Based on your readings and recent events:
1. Give a recent example of a winning strategy (successful
attack) by a domestic terrorist.
2. Now give a recent example of a losing (unsuccessful)
terrorist attack.
3. Explain the objectives and the reasons for both outcomes.
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Safeguarding Against Domestic Terrorist Attacks Discussion 3
Please comment on the current status of our Government’s
ability to gather intelligence, monitor, infiltrate, and capture or neutralize
terrorists on domestic soil.
Consider using some of the following sources to respond to
this discussion:
http://fas.org/sgp/crs/terror/R41780.pdf
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/ten-years-after-the-fbi-since-9-11/just-the-facts-1/counterterrorism-1
http://www.heritage.org/research/reports/2013/07/60-terrorist-plots-since-911-continued-lessons-in-domestic-counterterrorism
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original post and all response posts.
The Insider Threat: Domestic Extremism in the U.S. Military
Discussion 4
America’s policy makers set forth legislation, policies, and
standards impacting the delicate balance between national security and civil
liberties. The Freedom of Expression guarantees protected by the First
Amendment include freedom of speech, of the press, of association, of assembly
and petition.
•How would you characterize an active-duty military member
releasing classified information to WikiLeaks…a) a lawful expression, b)
cyber-terrorism, c) treason, d) a criminal act, or e) something else? Please
explain your position.
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original post and all response posts.
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