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
