Wiley Pathways Introduction to Homeland Security: Understanding Terrorism With an Emergency Management Perspective(Delisted)

Readers need to be aware more than ever before of the increased number of threats this country faces. Introduction to Homeland Security: Understanding Terrorism with an Emergency Management Perspective provides important and up-to-date information about terrorism, terrorist behavior, homeland security policies and dilemmas, and how to deal effectively with threats and the consequences of attacks. This book provides a foundation that spans the readily apparent chasm between the disaster and homeland security communities. Its focus on terrorism may help to educate those who do not yet understand the need to prepare for this significant threat. Its concentration on emergency management will remind homeland security officials that reinventing of the wheel is not only unnecessary, but problematic. Introduction to Homeland Security will be useful to scholars, students, and practitioners interested or involved in homeland security and emergency management.

Table of Contents:
CHAPTER 1. UNDERSTANDING A NEW NATIONAL PRIORITY: 9/11, HOMELAND SECURITY, AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 1 Introduction 2 1.1 9/11: A Wake-up Call 2 Self-Check 3 1.2 A Growing Threat 4 Self-Check 6 1.3 The Nature of Homeland Security 6 Self-Check 10 1.4 Disciplines Involved in Homeland Security and the Emergency Management Profession 11 1.4.1 The Role of Emergency Management 11 1.4.2 Important Terminology 15 Self-Check 17 Summary 17 Assess Your Understanding 18 Be a Homeland Security Professional 20 Key Terms 21 References 23 CHAPTER 2. IDENTIFYING TERRORISM: IDEOLOGICALLY MOTIVATED ACTS OF VIOLENCE 25 Introduction 26 2.1 Defining Terrorism 26 Self-Check 28 2.2 Common Characteristics of Terrorism 28 Self-Check 29 2.3 Types of Terrorism 29 Self-Check 32 2.4 Relation of Terrorism to Other Disasters 32 Self-Check 35 Summary 35 Assess Your Understanding 36 Be a Homeland Security Professional 38 Key Terms 39 References 40 CHAPTER 3. RECOGNIZING THE CAUSES OF TERRORISM: DIFFERING PERSPECTIVES AND THE ROLE  OF IDEOLOGY 41 Introduction 42 3.1 Frequently Mentioned Causes 42 3.1.1 Historical Grievances 42 3.1.2 U.S. Foreign Policy 43 3.1.3 Poverty 45 Self-Check 45 3.2 Political Causes 46 3.2.1 Politics 46 3.2.2 Political Systems 47 3.2.3 Political Functions 48 3.2.4 Political Structure 48 Self-Check 50 3.3 Cultural and Religious Causes 50 3.3.1 Cultural Dimensions of Terrorism 50 3.3.2 The Role of Religion in Terrorism 51 Self-Check 53 3.4 Ideology 54 3.4.1 Understanding Ideologies 54 3.4.2 Ideological Dimensions and Terrorism 55 Self-Check 57 Summary 57 Assess Your Understanding 58 Be a Homeland Security Professional 59 Key Terms 60 References 62 CHAPTER 4. COMPREHENDING TERRORISTS AND THEIR BEHAVIOR: WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY DO 63 Introduction 64 4.1 Terrorists and Terrorist Organizations 64 4.1.1 Classifying Terrorists 67 Self-Check 69 4.2 Personal Characteristics of Terrorists 69 4.2.1 Distinct Differences 70 Self-Check 72 4.3 The Behavior and Tactics of Terrorists 72 4.3.1 Propaganda 72 4.3.2 Recruiting 73 4.3.3 Financing 74 4.3.4 Training 75 4.3.5 False Documents, Travel, and Safe Haven 76 4.3.6 Code Words and Secret Communications 77 4.3.7 Planning 77 4.3.8 Obtaining Weapons 79 4.3.9 Initiating Acts of Civil Disorder or Terrorism 79 Self-Check 81 Summary 81 Assess Your Understanding 82 Be a Homeland Security Professional 84 Key Terms 84 References 86 CHAPTER 5. UNCOVERING THE DYNAMIC NATURE OF TERRORISM: HISTORY AND CHANGE OVER TIME 87 Introduction 88 5.1 The Appearance of Terrorism 88 Self-Check 90 5.2 The Evolution of Terrorism Abroad 90 Self-Check 93 5.3 Terrorism and the United States 94 Self-Check 97 5.4 Terrorism Today 97 Self-Check 101 Summary 101 Assess Your Understanding 102 Be a Homeland Security Professional 104 Key Terms 105 References 106 CHAPTER 6. EVALUATING A MAJOR DILEMMA: TERRORISM, THE MEDIA, AND CENSORSHIP 107 Introduction 108 6.1 Changes in the Media over Time 108 Self-Check 109 6.2 Terrorists and the Media 109 Self-Check 112 6.3 The Media and Terrorism 112 Self-Check 115 6.4 Government and the Media 115 Self-Check 116 6.5 Censorship and Self-Censorship 117 Self-Check 120 Summary 120 Assess Your Understanding 121 Be a Homeland Security Professional 122 Key Terms 123 References 124 CHAPTER 7. CONTEMPLATING A QUANDARY: TERRORISM, SECURITY, AND LIBERTY 125 Introduction 126 7.1 War, Terrorism, and Law 126 Self-Check 128 7.2 Security and Liberty 128 Self-Check 131 7.3 Cases and Considerations 131 Self-Check 136 Summary 136 Assess Your Understanding 137 Be a Homeland Security Professional 139 Key Terms 139 References 140 CHAPTER 8. PREVENTING TERRORIST ATTACKS: ROOT CAUSES, LAW, INTELLIGENCE, COUNTER TERRORISM, AND BORDER CONTROL 141 Introduction 142 8.1 Addressing Root Causes 142 Self-Check 144 8.2 Policy and Legislation 144 8.2.1 Laws Prior to 9/11 144 8.2.2 Legislation after 9/11 145 Self-Check 148 8.3 Intelligence 148 8.3.1 The Need for Intelligence 149 8.3.2 The Intelligence Cycle 150 8.3.3 Challenges Facing the Intelligence Community 151 8.3.4 Successes 154 Self-Check 155 8.4 Counter-terrorism 156 8.4.1 Risky Operations 157 8.4.2 Learning from Other Nations 158 8.4.3 Controversy Regarding Counter-terrorism 160 Self-Check 161 8.5 Border Control 162 8.5.1 What Is the Border? 162 8.5.2 Our Porous Border 162 8.5.3 Participants Involved in Border Control 164 8.5.4 Measures to Secure Borders 165 Self-Check 168 Summary 168 Assess Your Understanding 169 Be a Homeland Security Professional 171 Key Terms 172 References 175 CHAPTER 9. PROTECTING AGAINST POTENTIAL ATTACKS: THREAT ASSESSMENT AND SECURITY ENHANCEMENT 177 Introduction 178 9.1 Assessing Threats 178 9.1.1 Critical Infrastructure, Key Assets, and Soft Targets 178 9.1.2 Working with Others to Identify Threats 182 9.1.3 Points of Consideration 184 Self-Check 188 9.2 Structural and Non-Structural Mitigation 188 9.2.1 Architectural Design and Construction 189 9.2.2 Zoning and Set Back Regulations 190 9.2.3 Other Security Measures 191 Self-Check 195 Summary 195 Assess Your Understanding 196 Be a Homeland Security Professional 198 Key Terms 198 References 200 CHAPTER 10. PREPARING FOR THE UNTHINKABLE: READINESS FOR TERRORISM 201 Introduction 202 10.1 The Importance and Nature of Preparedness 202 10.1.1 Federal and State Initiatives 203 Self-Check 208 10.2 Setting the Foundation 208 10.2.1 Preparedness Councils 208 10.2.2 Ordinances 209 10.2.3 Budgets and Grants 210 10.2.4 EOC 212 Self-Check 213 10.3 Planning 214 Self-Check 216 10.4 Other Measures 216 10.4.1 Training 216 10.4.2 Exercises 217 10.4.3 Community Education 219 Self-Check 222 Summary 222 Assess Your Understanding 223 Be a Homeland Security Professional 225 Key Terms 226 References 228 CHAPTER 11. RESPONDING TO ATTACKS: IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS AND COORDINATION MECHANISMS 229 Introduction 230 11.1 Major Priorities 230 11.1.1 Safety and Security 231 11.1.2 Search and Rescue 233 11.1.3 Medical Care and Triage 233 11.1.4 Decontamination 234 11.1.5 Investigation 235 Self-Check 237 11.2 Other Crucial Functions 237 11.2.1 Warning, Intelligence, and Public Information 237 11.2.2 Evacuation and Sheltering 239 Self-Check 241 11.3 Coordination Mechanisms 242 11.3.1 The Incident Command System 243 11.3.2 Strengths and Weaknesses of ICS 245 11.3.3 Using Emergency Operations Centers 246 11.3.4 Managing EOCs 248 Self-Check 249 Summary 249 Assess Your Understanding 250 Be a Homeland Security Professional 252 Key Terms 253 References 255 CHAPTER 12. RECOVERING FROM IMPACTS: SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM MEASURES 257 Introduction 258 12.1 Initial Steps 258 12.1.1 Assessing Damages 258 12.1.2 Damage Assessment Concerns and Procedures 259 12.1.3 Declaring a Disaster and Seeking Help 260 Self-Check 262 12.2 Key Functions 262 12.2.1 Mass Fatality Management 262 12.2.2 Debris Management 264 12.2.3 Emotional Issues 265 Self-Check 267 12.3 The Importance of Disaster Assistance 267 12.3.1 Volunteer and Donation Management 268 12.3.2 Individual and Public Assistance 270 12.3.3 Novel Approaches 271 Self-Check 274 Summary 274 Assess Your Understanding 275 Be a Homeland Security Professional 277 Key Terms 277 References 279 CHAPTER 13. LOOKING TOWARD THE FUTURE: FORTHCOMING CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES 281 Introduction 282 13.1 The Future of Terrorism and WMD 282 Self-Check 286 13.2 Radiological Weapons 286 Self-Check 291 13.3 Nuclear Weapons 291 Self-Check 294 13.4 Biological Weapons 294 Self-Check 298 13.5 Chemical Weapons 299 Self-Check 303 13.6 Accountability and Policy in Homeland Security 303 Self-Check 307 Summary 308 Assess Your Understanding 309 Be a Homeland Security Professional 311 Key Terms 312 References 314 Glossary 315 Index 327  

About the Author :
Dr. David McEntire is an Associate Professor in the Emergency Administration and Planning Program in the Department of Public Administration at the University of North Texas. He teaches emergency management courses in both the undergraduate EADP and MPA programs. His academic interests include emergency management theory, international disasters, community preparedness, response coordination, and vulnerability reduction. He has received several Quick Response Grants (funded by the National Science Foundation through the Natural Hazards Center at the University of Colorado) which allowed him to conduct research on disasters in Peru, the Dominican Republic, Texas, New York and California.