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TERRORISM
Following the dramatic events of September 11, 2001, the issue of terrorism has become a permanent actor in the daily amphitheater of international politics. Every American should realize what terrorism entails, especially after 9/11. Whether or not we understand the proper meaning of terrorism, it has become a large, terrifying part of our society today.
To clarify things, the scientific definition of terrorism is “the use of intimidation, coercion, threats, and violent attacks to achieve the objectives of an individual or of a group” (Parrillo, 2002, p. ... The methods used in terrorism include threats, bombings, the destruction of property, kidnapping, and the taking of hostages, executions, and assassinations. ... (Kushner, 2003)
The term terrorism has also been consistently considered as the “poor man’s warfare” or asymmetric warfare in which state and non state adversaries avoid direct engagement with military forces. ... As a result of the September 11, 2001attacks, other concepts have been advanced to characterize terrorism including; ‘act/acts of war’, ‘war crimes’, ‘crimes against humanity’, and ‘crimes against peace’. (Kushner, 2003)
Terrorism is not a new concept. In fact, terrorism has been practiced throughout history and throughout the world in all its different forms. ... In the latter half of the 19th century, terrorism was adopted by adherents of anarchism in Western Europe, Russia, and the United States. ...
Great changes are seen in the use and practice of terrorism in the 20th century. ...
Acts of terrorism have made a huge impact on America, as well as other countries, in the last 2 years. ...
Most acts of terrorism have a political motive. ... (Parrillo)
There are many reasons why political groups attempt to bring about radical change through terrorism. ... While it may be true when applied to national movements fighting against tyranny when no other means are available, it is more difficult to sustain when applied to those terrorists’ movements which cut across recognized national boundaries and use the weapon of terrorism against civilian populations rather than striking at the forces of oppression.
Approximate Word count = 1576
Approximate Pages = 6.3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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