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Terrorism as defined by the FBI is the illegal use of force against people or property with the intention of intimidating or coercing a government. It is always done to further political or social objectives. Further, according to FEMA, there are three elements that constitute terrorism:
(1) Terrorist activities are illegal and involve the use of force. (2) The actions are intended to intimidate or coerce. (3) The actions are committed in support of political or social objectives. (FEMA-SS) www.mema.domestic-preparedness.net/glossary.html
Many consider the cultural differences between law enforcement and the fire service to be based in training and training philosophy. According to Dan Jones, editor of Rescue Magazine, "Police officers are taught to function primarily on their own, but firefighters are taught to act as part of a team. It's a little like comparing tennis players to basketball players." Further, the philosophy of fire service personnel is basically one of "protection and rescue," not prevention and arrest. http://www.nfrmag.com/backissues/JulAug2002/editors_note.asp.
3. Many trace today's militia movement back to colonial...
However, whereas the first militias were often encouraged (or started) by government or people in government, the modern version operates separately from the government or state. In simple terms, most militias are in opposition to the government of the United States, but are loyal to the country, itself. They have been known to use terrorist acts to further their cause (the most famous of which may be the Oklahoma City bombing). http://www.worldfreeinternet.net/news/nws33.htmThe
4. Whereas the "threat" against the United States in past decades may have been from other nations, today the main threat against the United States are acts of terrorism carried out by small groups or individuals dedicating to furthering their political or social goals. It is important to note that this does not only apply to Muslim terrorists, but from U.S. Militia members, as well as individuals and groups from other nations.
5. Two different types of emergency planning with regard to Homeland Security are planning by "forecast," that is, predicting the likely actions of terrorists in…
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Homeland Security Questioning the Legality of the Patriot Act The Department of Homeland Security After the September 11 attacks, the United States was, undoubtedly, in a state of fury, sadness, desperation and general turmoil. Our country's iconic positivity had to be rebuilt, and threats, above everything else, had to be kept at bay and far away from U.S. soil. The State Department undertook a number of policies to achieve this goal, and one
Homeland Security The obligation for homeland security inside the United States became obvious following the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11, 2001. The national debate that followed has concerned an amount of multifaceted and diverse difficulties. The issues linking to homeland security are a lot of the times blurred for the reason that the nation is dealing with a new kind of struggle, a new hazard right on American
Homeland Security The attacks of September 11, 2001 have necessitated a new awareness of the shortcomings of the American security system. It follows that there also arose the need to reassess this security system and to enhance the measures already in place so that the possibility of future attacks can be minimized. The emotions aroused by 9/11 doubtlessly played a large part in allowing the government to use measures that would
Homeland Security The needs to be prepared for any disaster or attack constitute the need of standard operating procedures which need to be followed accurately. Standard operating procedures ensure that the right procedures are followed when dealing with any disaster affecting the society. The main purpose of having standard operating procedures is to guarantee that investigations are done in a consistent manner which should be correct. The use of standard operating
Homeland Security How is command and control affected by "span of control"? Command and control refers the actions of a properly designated commander. This commander will then exercise his or her authority over assigned forces in the accomplishment of the mission. This ability to oversee forces is directly related to the span of control, or how many people the commander oversees. If the commander does not have authority over personnel, equipment, communications,
Homeland Security and U.S. Intelligence Formation of Department of Homeland Security & U.S. Intelligence on Terrorism Definition of Intelligence Rationale for Formation of DHS Effectiveness of DHS Importance of Intelligence & Analysts Research Philosophy Research Methods & Its Limitations Data Collection & Analysis National security has been a major concern for United States in past few decades. However, since 2001, this concern has turn into a serious threat for national security. The given research is performed with the intent