¶ … Threat -Domestic or International Terrorism?
Terrorism was in other places and globalism was regarded trade- in the old world. But in the new world, if terrorism can occur in a place like New York, it could probably occur anywhere in the world. Post U.S. attack, the biggest change the world faced is that the definition of terrorism has been completely reversed. Of late, terrorism is mainly about attacking the West's global influence on religious, cultural and political level by groups who do not make precise demands or try to obtain concessions. Terrorism, because of the violence- cannot be controlled by civil, educational or societal elements and should be trailed and punished by law enforcement agencies.
Domestic Terrorism: Since the inception of USA, domestic terrorism existed and affected the political and social structure of the United States to varying levels. To know the extent of domestic terrorism and to estimate the level of terrorism influencing History, firstly it is essential to know the definition of domestic terrorism. Domestic Terrorism is defined by the United States Department of Justice as - The illegal use of force or violence executed by a group containing two or more people against persons or property to threaten or pressurize a government, civilians or any segment, in furtherance of social or political aims. While studying domestic terrorism and trying to know the details and purpose that characterize such groups, it is difficult to distinguish between an extremist group and a terrorist group, though obviously the use of violence is an ample point for distinction.
Looking at the events that occurred in the not too distant past - the revelations from Fort Bragg, North Carolina within the past year, indicates that factors of terrorist organizations and groups are present within the military ranks, the extent of which is not clearly known. Such events of terrorist or extremist activities are basically associated with individuals engaged in extreme right-wing and/or white-supremacist hate groups which probably reflect a rising racial hate-oriented tension happening in the civilian society. Instances of such assertion comprise of "call to arms" of blacks against whites and vice versa, by extremist hate groups and the extensive street violence imposed by Skinheads against blacks, gays and other minorities. Even though terrorism has affected governments, and public and private institutions for decades in various forms, the applications and strategies related to it have developed just as the societies on which it is imposed. Advancement in technology, especially in transportation, communication and weapons fields have aided the abilities of present day terrorist groups to transmit their message and has enhanced their strength to act violently in order to achieve their goals.
Apparent Motivation: In the United States, at present, domestic terrorism can be categorized basically into four groups. These groups can be generally distinguished as being prompted by- 1) racial prejudice and supremacist goals, 2) in quest of unique special interests, 3) anti-government/anarchistic/politically motivated or 4) religious convictions.
Criminal Association with Extremist/Terrorist Groups: The possible danger faced by the society by several extremist and terrorist groups and organizations can be evaluated from their associations with convicted criminals and organized crime. In the United States, between domestic terrorist groups and criminal subculture, two main associations can be seen- the first and the foremost is the use of crimes namely- robbery, theft and drug trafficking which is used to accumulate funds in order to achieve "higher intensity" goals and secondly as a population and environment from which to employ "eager and competent" members. (Presley, 1996) Some top stories of U.S. domestic terrorism include- McVeigh guilty in OKC bombing, Heaven's gate suicides, the JonBenet Ramsey Case, the O.J. Simpson Civil Trial, Campaign finance investigations. McVeigh used a truck bomb to devastate Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City killing 168 people- the incident was the worst case of domestic terrorism in U.S. history.
International Terrorism: America seems to have entered into a period of historical madness. But the present situation is worst than McCarthyism and Bay of Pigs and over a long period of time much more devastating than the Vietnam War. America's reaction against the September 11 is far beyond anything that Osama Bin Laden had even anticipated in his wildest dreams. Unlike the McCarthy times, the freedoms that made America to be envied by the entire world are methodically worn out. Even before, Bin Laden attacked, the imminent war was planned. But only Bin Laden made...
Domestic and International Terrorism The differences between domestic and international terrorism The Federal Bureau of Investigation in America states that terrorism has been classified into two categories as international terrorism and domestic terrorism. Domestic terrorism is defined as an act planned by a group of individuals of evil intentions against the government or against the citizens of the state without any foreign force. On the other hand, international terrorism is a plan
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