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Counterterrorism: Democracy's Challenge (Hardcover)
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Counterterrorism: Democracy's Challenge (Hardcover)
Series: Studies in International Law
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Terrorist violence is no novelty in human history and, while
government reactions to it have varied over time, some lessons can
be learnt from the past. Indeed, the debate on when and how a state
should use emergency powers that limit individual freedoms is
nearly as old as the history of political thought. After reviewing
some history of state responses to terrorist violence and their
efficacy, this book sets out to assess the effects of contemporary
counterterrorism law and policies on democratic states. In
particular, it considers the interaction between national and
international law in shaping and implementing anti-terror measures,
and the difficult role of the judiciary in striking a balance
between security concerns and fundamental rights. It also examines
the strains this has caused on some democracies, especially a
blurring in the separation of powers between the legislative,
executive and judicial branches of government, giving reason to
enquire afresh whether new paradigms are needed. Finally, the issue
of whether the doctrine of constitutionalism can provide an
appropriate frame of analysis to encapsulate current developments
in international law in response to terrorism is broached. By
drawing on the expertise of historians, political scientists and
lawyers, this book promotes transdisciplinary dialogue, recognising
that counterterrorism is an issue at the intersection of law and
politics that has profound implications for democratic institutions
and practices.
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