Terrorism

Question 1

6 Objectives of Terrorism

Answer 1

Publicity or attention for a cause 
Demonstrate Power
Undermine governments power
Revenge
Obtain logistical support
Cause government to overreact

Question 2

US counterterrorism strategy

Answer 2

US counterterrorism strategies first introduced by President Reagan

1. Make no concessions to terrorists
2. Bring terrorist to justice
3. Isolate and apply pressure on states that sponsor terrorism to force them to change their behavior
4. Bolster the counter tears capabilities of US aalies

Question 3

Homeland security act of 2002

Answer 3

Passed by Congress after September 11
Establish the department of homeland security
Created the third largest cabinet level department (DOD and VA are larger)

Question 4

Department of Homeland Security

Mission & Structure

Answer 4

Mission: To prevent terrorist attacks in the US

Structure: Includes 20+ agencies including The Coast Guard, the secret service, TSA, FEMA

To Secure borders, transportation, and key infrastructure’s. Synthesize, analyze homeland security intelligence. Spearhead domestic counterterrorism efforts

Question 5

Anti-terrorism

Answer 5

Defensive measures used to reduce the vulnerability of individuals and property to terrorist acts

Question 6

Combat terrorism is in supporting functions

Answer 6

Intelligent support, information sharing, incident management