" Terrorism and Homeland Security: An Introduction with
Applications " provides a comprehensive overview of terrorism,
public and private sector counterterrorism, and "all hazards"
emergency management. The book presents national, state, and local
perspectives and up-to-date information, including the
reorganization of the Department of Homeland Security, the renewed
Patriot Act, and intelligence reform. A wide range of issues are
discussed, including such topics as the effectiveness of terrorism,
weapons of mass destruction, the measurement of terrorism, victims
of terrorism, privatization of counterterrorism, the "code war,"
the merging of life safety and public safety, the Katrina disaster,
the role of the military, preemptive force, Homeland Security and
national security versus due process models, pandemics, and wars of
globalization. It emphasizes practical issues handled by senior
government officials, private sector executives, security
practitioners, and a variety of first responders.
"Terrorism and Homeland Security" provides theory from several
disciplines, offering explanations of problems and countermeasures
to assist both practitioners searching for answers, as well as
students seeking to put theory into practice. Applications at the
end of chapters use assessment center and red team techniques to
help the reader develop analytical and decision-making skills in
the context of understanding the mindset and planning processes of
terrorists. An essential resource for both students and
professionals, "Terrorism and Homeland Security" addresses
sensitive issues, asks controversial questions, and offers
solutions to differentiate law, policy, and plans from reality.
* Learning objectives and key terms outline chapter content and
highlight important topics.
* Scenarios are placed at the beginning of each chapter to explain
concepts and relate theory to practice.
* "Reality Check" sections and critical thinking boxes help the
reader to formulate alternative perspectives on issues and events
in order to seek creative and improved solutions to problems.
* Discussion questions at the end of each chapter reinforce content
and provide an opportunity for the reader to review, synthesize,
and debate the key issues.
* Web links at the end of each chapter provide direction for
additional resources, information, and research.
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