Protecting America from Terrorism

Protecting America from Terrorism  

A  pressing issue in today’s criminal justice system is how to provide  security from terrorism, so that citizens can continue to move freely  throughout society.  Read the below article.

1. List  five recommendations that you believe would improve federal or state  law enforcement agencies in their efforts to better protect the United  States from terrorism.
2. Why is it difficult to protect United States citizens from terrorist attacks?
3. Would recommendations you listed create controversy under the individual rights perspective? Why or why not?

http://www.heritage.org/terrorism/report/60-terrorist-plots-911-continued-lessons-domestic-counterterrorism

Bucci, S., Carafano, J. &  Zuckerman, J. (2013). 60 Terrorist plots since 9/11: Continued lessons  in domestic counterterrorism.  The Heritage Foundation.  Retrieved from http://www.heritage.org/terrorism/report/60-terrorist-plots-911-continued-lessons-domestic-counterterrorism

Make sure to:

• Write a short essay or paragraph of at least 500 words. [POST YOUR WORD COUNT AT THE END OF YOUR MAIN POST.]
• Use key terms and concepts from the reading.
• Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities.
• Address all questions.
• Use proper grammar and punctuation.
• If you researched your topic and are using information from what you learned, remember to cite your sources.
• Do not plagiarize.
• You will not be able to edit your assignment once you post, so please proofread and spell check before hitting post!