Introduction to Homeland Security: Terrorism Prevention, Public Safety, and Emergency Management

Explore the growing concerns about security with this vital book Homeland Security has never been a more important part of the American social and political fabric. Risk assessment, attack prediction and prevention, preparedness measures, response to terrorist activity, and natural disaster management all fall under the purview of homeland security. It is a key focus of the US security state, which has expanded massively in recent decades. Introduction to Homeland Security provides an overview of this subject for professors, students, and practitioners in the field. Drawing upon a rich foundation of scholarship and academic literature, it focuses principally on terrorism prevention and protection, and offers new content related to novel threats and security concerns. Its practitioner-centered approach and attention to both governmental and non-governmental stakeholders make it an indispensable introduction to the subject. Readers will also find: Coverage of the four traditional phases of emergency management New and additional treatment of border control, drug trafficking, organized crime, mass shootings, protests, riots, pandemics, and climate change Companion websites including extensive pedagogical materials, student self-assessment tests, and an image gallery Introduction to Homeland Security is ideal for professors and students in homeland security and emergency management programs, as well as practitioners involved in this important profession.

Table of Contents:
1 Understanding a Global Priority 1 Introduction 2 1.1 Diverse Threats and Terrorism are the New Normal 2 Self-Check 8 1.2 A Growing Risk 9 Self-Check 14 1.3 9/11: A Wake-Up Call 14 Self-Check 16 1.4 The Nature of Homeland Security 17 Self-Check 22 1.5 Disciplines Involved in Homeland Security and the Emergency Management Profession 22 Self-Check 31 Summary 31 Assess Your Understanding 32 Summary Questions 32 Applying This Chapter 33 Be a Homeland Security Professional 34 Key Terms 34 References 35 2 Identifying Terrorism 38 Introduction 39 2.1 Defining Terrorism 39 Self-Check 42 2.2 Common Characteristics of Terrorism 42 Self-Check 43 2.3 Types of Terrorism 43 Self-Check 46 2.4 Relation of Terrorism to Other Disasters 46 Self-Check 49 Summary 49 Assess Your Understanding 50 Summary Questions 50 Applying This Chapter 51 Be a Homeland Security Professional 51 Key Terms 52 References 52 3 Recognizing the Causes of Terrorism 54 Introduction 55 3.1 Frequently Mentioned Causes of Terrorism 55 Self-Check 58 3.2 Political Causes 58 Self-Check 63 3.3 Cultural and Religious Causes 63 Self-Check 67 3.4 Ideology 68 Self-Check 70 Summary 70 Assess Your Understanding 71 Summary Questions 71 Applying This Chapter 72 Be a Homeland Security Professional 72 Key Terms 73 References 74 4 Comprehending Terrorists and their Behavior 76 Introduction 77 4.1 Terrorists and Terrorist Organizations 77 Self-Check 81 4.2 Personal Characteristics 82 Self-Check 84 4.3 The Behavior and Tactics of Terrorists 84 Self-Check 95 Summary 95 Assess Your Understanding 96 Summary Questions 96 Applying This Chapter 97 Be a Homeland Security Professional 97 Key Terms 98 References 99 5 Uncovering the Dynamic Nature of Terrorism 101 Introduction 102 5.1 The Appearance of Terrorism 102 Self-Check 103 5.2 The Evolution of Terrorism Abroad 103 Self-Check 108 5.3 Terrorism and The United States 108 Self-Check 112 5.4 Terrorism Today 113 Self-Check 116 Summary 116 Assess Your Understanding 117 Summary Questions 117 Applying This Chapter 118 Be a Homeland Security Professional 118 Key Terms 119 References 120 6 Evaluating a Major Dilemma 121 Introduction 122 6.1 Changes in The Media Over Time 122 Self-Check 123 6.2 Terrorists and The Media 123 Self-Check 126 6.3 The Media and Terrorism 126 Self-Check 129 6.4 Government and The Media 130 Self-Check 134 6.5 Censorship and Self-Censorship 134 Self-Check 136 Summary 137 Assess Your Understanding 137 Summary Questions 137 Applying This Chapter 138 Be a Homeland Security Professional 138 Key Terms 139 References 139 7 Contemplating a Quandary 141 Introduction 142 7.1 War, Terrorism, and Law 142 Self-Check 145 7.2 Security and Liberty 145 Self-Check 149 7.3 Cases and Considerations 149 Self-Check 155 Summary 156 Assess Your Understanding 156 Summary Questions 156 Applying This Chapter 157 Be a Homeland Security Professional 157 Key Terms 158 References 158 8 Preventing Terrorist Attacks 160 Introduction 161 8.1 Addressing Root Causes 161 Self-Check 163 8.2 Policy and Legislation 163 Self-Check 167 8.3 Intelligence 167 Self-Check 174 8.4 Counterterrorism 174 Self-Check 181 Summary 181 Assess Your Understanding 181 Summary Questions 182 Applying This Chapter 183 Be a Homeland Security Professional 183 Key Terms 183 References 185 9 Securing the Nation 186 Introduction 187 9.1 Border Control 187 Self-Check 195 9.2 Protecting Air Transportation 195 Self-Check 198 9.3 Rail Transportation Security 198 Self-Check 202 9.4 Protection of Sea Ports and Maritime Transportation 203 Self-Check 206 9.5 Protection of Petrochemical Facilities 206 Self-Check 208 Summary 208 Assess Your Understanding 209 Summary Questions 209 Applying This Chapter 210 Be a Homeland Security Professional 210 Key Terms 211 References 212 10 Protecting Against Potential Attacks 213 Introduction 214 10.1 Threat Assessment 214 Self-Check 222 10.2 Structural and Nonstructural Mitigation 223 Self-Check 227 Summary 228 Assess Your Understanding 228 Summary Questions 228 Applying This Chapter 229 Be a Homeland Security Professional 230 Key Terms 230 References 231 11 Preparing for the Unthinkable 232 Introduction 233 11.1 The Importance and Nature of Preparedness 233 Self-Check 240 11.2 Foundations of Local Preparedness 240 Self-Check 245 11.3 Planning 245 Self-Check 248 11.4 Other Measures 248 Self-Check 254 Summary 254 Assess Your Understanding 255 Summary Questions 255 Applying This Chapter 256 Be a Homeland Security Professional 256 Key Terms 257 References 258 12 Responding to Attacks 260 Introduction 261 12.1 Investigation and Apprehension 261 Self-Check 272 12.2 Other Crucial Functions 272 Self-Check 276 12.3 Coordination Mechanisms 277 Self-Check 282 Summary 283 Assess Your Understanding 283 Summary Questions 283 Applying This Chapter 284 Be a Homeland Security Professional 285 Key Terms 285 References 287 13 Recovering From Impacts 288 Introduction 289 13.1 Initial Recovery Steps 289 Self-Check 293 13.2 Key Recovery Functions 293 Self-Check 299 13.3 The Importance of Disaster Assistance 299 Self-Check 305 Summary 305 Assess Your Understanding 305 Summary Questions 306 Applying This Chapter 307 Be a Homeland Security Professional 307 Key Terms 308 References 309 14 Assessing Significant Threats 311 Introduction 312 14.1 The Future of Terrorism and WMD 312 Self-Check 316 14.2 Radiological Weapons 316 Self-Check 320 14.3 Nuclear Weapons 320 Self-Check 323 14.4 Biological Weapons 324 Self-Check 327 14.5 Chemical Weapons 328 Self-Check 331 14.6 Cyberterrorism 331 Self-Check 335 Summary 336 Assess Your Understanding 336 Summary Questions 336 Applying This Chapter 337 Be a Homeland Security Professional 338 Key Terms 338 References 339 15 Evaluating Other Pressing Problems 341 Introduction 342 15.1 Criminal Activity 342 Self-Check 352 15.2 Social Disturbances 353 Self-Check 360 15.3 Epidemics and Pandemics 360 Self-Check 364 15.4 Global Warming and Climate Change 364 Self-Check 368 Summary 369 Assess Your Understanding 369 Summary Questions 369 Applying This Chapter 371 Be a Homeland Security Professional 371 Key Terms 372 References 373 16 Looking Toward the Future 378 Introduction 379 16.1 The Lessons of This Book 379 Self-Check 383 16.2 Accountability in Homeland Security 383 Self-Check 386 16.3 Clarification of Homeland Security Policy 386 Self-Check 390 16.4 Research Needs and Recommendations for the Future 390 Self-Check 396 Summary 397 Assess Your Understanding 397 Summary Questions 397 Applying This Chapter 398 Be a Homeland Security Professional 399 Key Terms 399 References 399 Glossary 401 Index 415

About the Author :
David A. McEntire, PhD, is a Professor in the Emergency Services and Criminal Justice Departments at Utah Valley University, Utah, USA. He has received grants from, among others, the Natural Hazards Center and the National Science Foundation to pursue research into emergency management theory, vulnerability reduction, response coordination, terrorism prevention, and related subjects.