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Terrorism: Both Sides of the Conflict, 2001. An examination of the phenomenon of terrorism and a look at both sides of the terror attack on September 11th. 3,705 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 6 sources, $ 102.95 »
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Abstract This essay deals with the topic of terrorism, with focus on the events which occurred on September 11th. The author looks at topics such as the United States' role in the war on terror, the Palestinian perspectives as well as the impacts of such terror on the world. Includes various world leaders' viewpoints on the terror attacks.
From the Paper "Terrorism is a topic that has many different viewpoints. One group?s actions can be considered a terrorist act to some while others perceive it as a fight for freedom. Terrorism has become a major world issue that has affected all nations in light of the September 11 attacks. To deal with such a broad issue, many opinions must be heard in order to have any chance at resolving the problems that terrorism causes us to face. This report investigates the different perceptions and views that world leaders, ordinary citizens, as well as the various militant groups have on this controversial subject. "
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Terrorism and Conflict Theory, 2008. This paper discusses terrorism as a subject of criminology and conflict theory. 2,064 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 65.95 »
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Abstract In this article, the writer discusses that terrorism is a methodology that belongs to military science in a collection of techniques, but terrorism is included under the category of criminology in library cataloguing systems. The writer notes that terrorism can be well understood through the approaches of criminology, however, conflict theory seems best equipped to explain terrorist organizations and acts, depending upon circumstances, for reasons that are explained in the paper's later sections. The writer concludes that like well planned crimes, incidents of terrorism often do work, as a set of considerations to be kept in mind before denouncing crime or terrorism, or acts of terrorism as mere random crimes which they are not.
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Introduction
Classical Theory and Terrorism
The Consensus School and Terrorism
Conflict Theory and Terrorism
Conflict Theory, Sri Lanka and Tamil Terrorism
Concluding Remarks
From the Paper " If one traces the rise of modernity from the Industrial Revolution, capitalist development and the ideas of the Enlightenment, one appreciates classical models of criminology to assert that deviance was a natural result. Since human beings are rational creatures, they should have and will demand rights and freedoms, eventually. The deviant person asserts his or her rational self-interest due to a particular form of 'free thought' and agency that we discuss as deviant and thus, criminal, because it departs from a society's legal framework and moral standards. This classical approach has replaced earlier ideas of the criminal as a person acting under supernatural influence, as in medieval ideas of the criminal as a person possessed by the devil. Instead, crime came to be seen as a rationally calculated action with the result that reducing crime meant deterrence, in approaches based on how the deviant could be dissuaded from committing a crime, its penalty helping a criminal to see that a planned crime was not rational or appealing because of its risks. Further thought moved from a concept of the punishment fitting the crime, proportional to the harm done to society, or a specific victim."
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Terrorism and Counter Terrorism, 2004. A study of the development of international terrorism and counter terrorism, both in general and specifically, since the events of September 11th, 2001. 1,754 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 56.95 »
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Abstract This paper focuses on the way counter terrorism and terrorism have changed since 9/11 and the growing role of the U.S. It also looks at the development of 'modern' terrorism and the possible consequences of the continuing War on Terror. It debates whetherr or not September 11th, 2001 can be seen as a day that changed the face of terrorism. It also discusses how since the invasion of Afghanistan, terrorist attacks have become more numerous and high profile although their basic purpose remains the same, to gain attention. It puts forward the view that what has changed about terrorism since 9/11 is the amount of media attention it now controls.
From the Paper "As well as presenting a recent point of reference for terrorist activity, the conflicts in Palestine and Northern Ireland also show two different ways of dealing with the problem, certain aspects of which have been adopted by the United States. In the case of Britain and Northern Ireland, the conflict is one of territory and security for those who want British rule. In Palestine and Israel however, the situation is based purely on territory. This difference in the foundation for the terrorist action seems to have dictated the way in which terrorism has been dealt with. Because of the presence of British citizens in Northern Ireland, and the small section of society that is involved in the unrest , it has been British policy in recent years to try and settle the situation through political sanctions and increased security measures to prevent terrorism."
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Conflict and Conflict Resolution, 2007. This paper examines the issue of conflict and resolution, studying the terrorist attacks of September 11. 3,753 words (approx. 15.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 103.95 »
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Abstract In this article the writer first discusses the term 'conflict' and looks at how it can be defined. The writer then describes that when an Islamic militant and terrorist took it upon himself to resolve a conflict as he saw it, he launched terror attacks on the people of the United States of America, and the result was large scale devastation and destruction and panic and adverse impacts on the economic and political and social system of the United States. Further, the writer studies the impact and attempts at resolution of the conflict. The writer concludes that perhaps, in the long run, Bush's ideals would create more conflict around the globe, than resolve them in any way. One can only wait and see what will happen eventually, and find out whether it is possible to resolve conflicts of high order with any amount of success.
From the Paper "However, at the same time, it must be remembered that there were other losses that were not covered by private insurance, or were not qualified under the charitable contributions, or even by the emergency relief funds, and these were the really huge losses that occurred due to the September 11 terrorist attacks. Several different agencies undertook the study of the economic losses that were caused by the September 11 debacle, and according to the New York City Partnership, the attacks on the two World Trade Center Buildings must have cost the state, at the very least, $ 83 billion, as per the value in the year 2001, and this included the costs of total losses, that is, both the direct and the indirect costs. Out of this estimate, only about $ 67 billion of the losses would be completely covered by insurance and other contributions. In a more recent study, according to an Officer of the New York City Comptroller's Office, as of April 2002, the total costs of the clean up of the World Trade Center has been much quicker and also much less costly than the initial estimates had indicated."
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"We Journeyed Side by Side", 2002. A biography of the life and works of Dorothy Wordsworth. 3,200 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 92.95 »
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Abstract This paper describes the relationship between Dorothy Wordsworth and her famous brother William. It shows how Dorothy played the woman's role of nurturing and supporting the poetic genius of her brother with whom she shared a mutually intimate and dependent relationship. It outlines her entire life from being orphaned to debilitating senility and includes her friendship with Coleridge. Critical analysis from numerous scholarly sources is included to reveal the extent to which Dorothy acted as William's poetic and spiritual inspiration and alter ego.
From the Paper "William Wordsworth was the famous Romantic poet. His sister Dorothy was his quiet strength, support and inspiration. Dorothy Wordsworth (1771-1855) devoted her life to her brother (1770-1850). Intimate friends and close confidants, they shared an immense mutual dependence and were of extreme significance and value to each other. As William put it in his poem, "The Recluse," as quoted in the title above, brother and sister journeyed not only to Grasmere, but through all of life, "side by side," blown by the winds of life, "like two birds, companions in mid-air,/Parted and reunited by the blast (Clark 28)."
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"Terror" in the Mind of God: A Study of Terrorism, 2005. This paper studies the dangerous influence that religion has on some believers-- an influence that ignites terrorism. 2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 69.95 »
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Abstract Using Mark Juergensmeyer's book "Terror in the Mind of God" as a reference, this paper examines how religion sometimes influences its believers in such an extreme way that they turn to terrorism in the name of God. The paper examines the origins of terrorism, cultures of violence and the future of terrorism.
From the Paper "Juergensmeyer's ideas discussed in the book go against what most criminological theories of crime causation tell us. Rational Choice theory, which is the theory used almost exclusively in today's criminal justice field, believes that criminals choose to commit crime by weighing the potential benefits versus the potential risks. (Siegal, 107). This assumption that offenders make a rational informed decision affects crime prevention strategies (Siegal, 129). The religious terrorist, however, is in a cosmic frame of mind where moral religious values override any sense of legal right or wrong."
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Protecting Ourselves against Terrorism, 2007. An analysis of the consequences of terrorism and attempts to protect ourselves against terrorism. 2,995 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 88.95 »
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Abstract This paper discusses the way the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack has affected people's ability to discuss terrorism dispassionately. The paper begins by defining terrorism and then presents some possible causes of terrorism. The paper suggests the United States' responsibility in dealing with terrorism and gives the writer's personal view on the issue.
Table of Contents:
Causes of Terrorism
What is Terrorism?
Protecting Ourselves from Terrorism- a) Follow International Law
Protecting Ourselves from Terrorism- b) Domestic Measures
Conclusions
From the Paper "Terrorism is such a misused word that one person's terrorist is another ones freedom fighter. Bin Laden and his criminal gang were described as 'Mujahideen- the Holy Warriors' by the western media and their indiscriminate terrorist attacks during soviet occupation and pro-soviet Afghan government days were projected as freedom struggle and acts of bravery. The international politics has thus not permitted building a formal definition. The United States Congress has defined [22 U.S.C. [sections] 2656 f(d)(1)-(2) (1994)] "terrorism" as "premeditated, politically motivated violence perpetrated against noncombatant targets by sub-national groups or clandestine agents"; "international terrorism" is defined as "terrorism involving citizens or the territory of more than 1 country" [Reisman, 1999]. This definition does not consider state terrorism or state sponsored terrorism, which is often the case, as international terrorism often requires a hideout and a sympathetic or covertly supporting state."
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The War on Terrorism, 2008. This paper explores the causes and effects of the war on terrorism. 1,120 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 38.95 »
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Abstract The paper looks at why terrorists and terrorism exist and the major motivations and/or objectives of terrorism. The paper discusses the Patriot Act and the Department of Homeland Security that enabled several measures to detect, investigate, prevent and stop domestic terrorism that are results of the 9/11 incidents. The paper notes that dealing with the causes and effects of terrorism and the war on terrorism is not a one-sided affair but rather, it should be viewed from various angles and seen through the eyes of the different actors involved.
From the Paper "Terrorism has been a bane of mankind since time immemorial. It has been used to justify bloodshed to gain freedom from oppression and other social inequities. One common adage goes: "One man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter," thus rationalizing terror or terrorist acts. The terrorist incidents that occurred in September 11, 2001 were looked upon by the instigators and their sponsors as a rousing success with the death of thousands of people and causing untold problems to the American government and its people. The World Trade bombing on February 26, 1993 can be seen as a dry run for the 9/11 incidents and as a result, the world changed its security posture and the way people looked at terrorism is different now more than ever."
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Terrorism and Transnational Crime, 2005. This paper is a literature review of terrorism pre and post 9/11, the relationship of money laundering to terrorism using the Colombian narco-traffickers as a model and the relationship of transnational crime and terrorism. 4,120 words (approx. 16.5 pages), 52 sources, MLA, $ 110.95 »
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Abstract This paper explains that the literature states the necessity of extending the scope of terrorism to include related trends of drug-trafficking, organized crime and unlawful migration to America because these trends serve as breeding grounds to terroristS who have been looking for newer ways to broaden the terrorist funding base. The author points out that the literature indicates that the methodology adopted by the drug mafia in Columbia, to distribute their narcotics at the global level and subsequently to use that money to fund organizations creating civil unrest, has been adopted by the terrorists in the Middle East. The paper relates that literature discusses the actions taken by global institutions at the forefront of global anti-money laundering administration and reviews some fundamentals of the critical anti-money laundering law, such as the constant attrition of confidentiality and the obligation of augmented necessities of carefulness.
Table of Contents
Terrorism
Analysis of Literature on Terrorism Pre-Post 9/11
Money Laundering
Relationship between the Colombian Narco-Traffickers and Colombian Insurgency
Trans-national Organized Crime and Terrorism
From the Paper "Michael Reisman (1999) gives a fair review of the past and the present actions and procedures of calculated and politically provoked violent non-government groups. Many critics have questioned the unwillingness of the American courts to prosecute terrorist activities that have taken place outside American grounds. Michael reviews the reasons behind the reluctance of the American courts to take legal action in these scenarios. He also reviews the dilemma of the incompetent countries whose soil has been exploited as a foundation for terrorist training and terrorist activities against other countries, particularly the United States. Similarly, Peter Chalk (1998) reviews a number of terrorist events which could have resulted in greater understanding and classification of terrorism and the fundamentals that serve as driving forces for terrorist acts. He concludes his study by creating a model for responding to terrorist actions within the customs of political and social legality."
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Terrorism Policy, 2008. This paper looks at definitions of terrorism and their effects on terrorism policies. 944 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95 »
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Abstract The paper discusses how a terrorism policy is contingent upon the definition of terrorism prevalent at a given time and looks at the terrorism policies of the past. The paper discusses the serious implications for how we define the word terrorism. The paper also explains that, used too broadly, the definition can limit the ability of legitimate guerrilla organizations to fight oppressive regimes, but used too restrictively, it can make a nation vulnerable to unforeseen attacks.
From the Paper "The issue of global terrorism has become a major public concern in the past decade or so and particularly since the attacks of September 11, 2001. It is a natural response to terrorist attacks and activity that governments and lawmakers will attempt to formulate policies to deal with the problem. It seems logical to conclude that without clear and consistent sets of policies and procedures to deal with such a multi-faceted and complex problem, it will not be possible to effectively combat it or fight it on almost any coherent level."
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International Terrorism, 2006. This paper looks at how, in order to fight terrorism and prevent acts of terrorism, we must create a comprehensive definition of terrorism. 2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 5 sources, $ 97.95 »
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Abstract This paper addresses the problem in creating a comprehensive definition of terrorism, noting that defining terrorism more clearly is a beginning point for further discussion. How the term is defined can determine what solutions are offered. International terrorism creates particular problems because what is seen as terrorism in one context or by one particular observer may not be seen that way by another.
From the Paper "Terrorism is a label for various forms of political violence directed at a civilian population by a non-military group trying to spread terror in order to force some political end. Americans more and more use the term as short-hand for attacks by Muslim groups, but terrorism around the world may have nothing to do with a specific religious group or political structure at all. The target of terrorism has often been the West, but terrorism can be directed at any regime that some group wants to influence. The approach taken is to frighten the populace in order to force the government to capitulate to some demand, even to the extent of demanding a complete change not merely of leadership but of the very form of government and of political ideology."
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Cyber-Terrorism, 2007. This paper looks at Cyber-terrorism's role in terrorism. 1,237 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 42.95 »
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Abstract In this article, the writer explains that the term cyber-terrorism has developed as a result of the role of modern technology in the furtherance of national and international terrorism. The writer notes that al Qaeda appears to love the Internet and that there is a growing realization of the way that computers and the Internet are being used as another tool in the terrorist's arsenal. The writer concludes that there is little doubt that with the growth of the Internet and modern digital communications systems the threat of cyber-terrorism is one that is set to increase.
From the Paper "It is usually the case that cyber-terrorists have political aims that motivate their crimes. In the information age the information that a terrorist may need to plan an attack on, for example, a power station is contained on government or private computers somewhere. Therefore the art of hacking or illegally gaining entry to restricted data via the Internet and computers has become one of the ways that cyber-terrorists operate. A good example of this was during the Gulf War in 1991 the Pentagon computer was hacked or illegally entered and secret material about the Patriot missile was stolen."
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Terrorism, 2004. An analysis of terrorism in Russia and the United States and each country's approach to fighting terrorism. 6,025 words (approx. 24.1 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 142.95 »
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Abstract This paper discusses the fight against terrorism that might serve as a rallying point to bring the United States and Russia together on a policy of prevention, but there are other geopolitical realities that work to keep the two sides, if not at odds, at least away from complete unification. The paper explains that both countries face certain threats, though not always from the same source. The paper contends that, even when they are from the same source in the Middle East, the degree of the threat and the specific security needs of each country differ. The paper claims that the entrenched intelligence establishments in both countries date back to the Cold War era and remain wary of one another, which translates into continuing tensions over policies related to the terror threat and some suspicion of the motives of the other side. The paper assesses that the terrorist threat from the Middle East tends to be more global, while the threat from Chechnya tends to be directed only at Russia and remnants of the old Soviet Union.
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Introduction
The Cold War and After
Terrorism in Russia
Chechnya
Response to Terrorism
Russian Foreign Policy
The Middle East
Intelligence
Conclusion
From the Paper "Terrorism is not a new phenomenon, though it has become more prevalent in parts of the world where formerly it was rare. Terrorism has been used most frequently in recent years in Israel and other parts of the Middle East and in Africa, but terrorism is a widespread problem where any disaffected group that believes it can gain attention only through violence kills innocent civilians and destroys property to gain that attention. With the attacks on the World Trade Center, first in 1993 and then in 2001 on 9-11, concern about terrorism in the West increased greatly, especially in the United States, Russia has lived as a target of terrorism for much longer, primarily from Chechen rebels who want to publicize their demands. Relations between the United States and the former Soviet Union were only beginning under a new pattern when the threat of terrorism became an issue dividing the two countries over their respective approaches to foreign policy, including how they define terrorism, how they respond to terrorism, the degree to which they do or do not consider international organizations like the UN, and how they view and respond to one another in these difficult times."
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