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Introduction

Chapter 1: Is Terrorism a Serious Threat?

Chapter Preface

The Threat of Terrorism Is Overstated

Weapons of Mass Destruction Pose a Terrorist Threat

Weapons of Mass Destruction Do Not Pose a Terrorist Threat

Terrorism Against Information Systems Is a Threat

The Threat of Information Terrorism Has Been Overstated

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 2: What Motivates Terrorists?

Chapter Preface

Postwar Developments Motivate Terrorists

Democracy Encourages Terrorism

Economic Distress Motivates Terrorists

Israeli Actions Motivate Middle East Terrorists

Palestinian Leaders Motivate Middle East Terrorists

Chapter 3: Can Terrorism Be Justified?

Chapter Preface

Resistance to Tyranny Justifies Violence Against the U.S. Government

Violence Against the Government Is Not Justified

Resistance to British Rule Justifies Bombings in Northern Ireland

Bombings in Northern Ireland Cannot Be Justfied

American Policies in the Middle East Justify Islamic Terrorism

Israeli Occupation of Palestine Justifies Islamic Terrorism

The Islamic Faith Does Not Condone Terrorism

Periodical Bibliography

Periodic Bibliography

Chapter 4: How Should the United States Respond to Terrorism?

Chapter Preface

Tougher Aviation Security Measures Will Help Reduce Terrorism

Tougher Aviation Security Measures Will Not Reduce Terrorism

The United States Should Retaliate Against Terrorism Groups

Retaliation Efforts Against Terrorists Are Fruitless

Expanding The FBI’s Powers Is a Necessary Response to Terrorism

Counterterrorism Legislation Is a Dangerous Expansion of Governmental Powers

Periodical Bibliography

Terrorism: A Look at Three Key Areas

Middle East

For Further Discussion

Organizations to Contact

Bibliography of Books

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Study & Research Terrorism (1999)

This Study Guide consists of approximately 193 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Terrorism (1999).