Introduction to Homeland Security - Understanding Terrorism Prevention and Emergency Management

Informationen zum Autor DAVID A. McENTIRE, PHD, is the Dean of the College of Health and Public Service at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He is responsible for the oversight of numerous undergraduate and graduate programs in the areas of emergency services, homeland security, national security, public service, aviation and health care. He has received several grants-funded by the Natural Hazards Center, the National Science Foundation, and other sources- that allowed him to conduct research in Peru, the Dominican Republic, Texas, New York, California, and Haiti. Klappentext INTRODUCES READERS TO THE WORLD OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND PROVIDES THEM WITH UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON RECENT ATTACKS, NEW TERRORIST THREATS, VISIBLE TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS, CURRENT DILEMMAS, UPDATED RESEARCH, AND BEST PRACTICESThis book provides comprehensive coverage of issues relating to terrorism, terrorist behavior, homeland security policies, and emergency management. It offers a foundation that spans the chasm between the homeland security and disaster communities, and covers the stages of emergency management with a focus on terrorism prevention and response. Based on both the academic literature and practical understanding, the book includes research findings, covering theory and principles as well as their application.Introduction to Homeland Security: Understanding Terrorism Prevention and Emergency Management, Second Edition,defines homeland security, explores how it changed after 9/11, and clarifies its relationship with emergency management. The book also identifies the causes of terrorism and what prompts people to engage in terrorist attacks; assesses the trade-offs between security and rights; and recognizes how terrorism exploits the tension between these two priorities. Chapters discuss how to prevent terrorist attacks through intelligence gathering, by promoting laws that prohibit terrorism, and by protecting borders and various sectors of society. Other topics include preparing for terrorist attacks by creating an advisory council, passing ordinances, acquiring monetary resources, and establishing an EOC. The book also notes how to effectively respond to a terrorist attack through the protection of first responders and the decontamination of the victims; recover from a terrorist attack through both short-term and long-term measures; anticipate the current challenges faced in homeland security; and comprehend the various types of attacks that might take place in the future.The second edition:* Covers the four traditional phases of emergency response, with a focus border control and infrastructure protection* Includes new content about recent domestic and international terrorist attacks as well as weapons of mass destruction* Discusses the roles and responsibilities of government agencies, non-government organizations, and individual citizens* Has a strong "practitioner" approach and draws upon a solid foundation of academic literature in the fieldIntroduction to Homeland Security is an excellent book for all scholars, students, and practitioners interested or involved in homeland security and emergency management. Zusammenfassung Introduces readers to the world of homeland security and provides them with up-to-date information on recent attacks, new terrorist threats, visible terrorist organizations, current dilemmas, updated research, and best practicesThis book provides comprehensive coverage of issues relating to terrorism, terrorist behavior, homeland security policies, and emergency management. It offers a foundation that spans the readily apparent chasm between the homeland security and disaster communities, and covers the stages of emergency management with a focus on terrorism prevention and response. Based on both the academic literature and practical understanding, the book includes research findings, covering theory and principles as well as their application.Introduction t...

List of contents

CHAPTER 1. UNDERSTANDING A NEW GLOBAL PRIORITY: TERRORISM, HOMELAND SECURITY, AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 1
 
Introduction 2
 
1.1 Terrorism Is the New Normal 2
 
1.1.1 Boston Marathon Bombing 2
 
1.1.2 San Bernardino Regional Center Shooting 2
 
1.1.3 Orlando Nightclub Shooting 3
 
1.1.4 Other Notable Attacks 3
 
Self-Check 6
 
1.2 A Growing Threat 6
 
1.2.1 Reasons to Anticipate More Attacks 7
 
Self-Check 9
 
1.3 9/11: A Wake-Up Call 9
 
Self-Check 11
 
1.4 The Nature of Homeland Security 11
 
1.4.1 Definitions of Homeland Security 12
 
1.4.2 Agreement About Homeland Security 12
 
Self-Check 16
 
1.5 Disciplines Involved in Homeland Security and the Emergency Management Profession 16
 
1.5.1 The Role of Emergency Management 17
 
1.5.2 Important Terminology 21
 
Self-Check 22
 
Summary 23
 
Assess Your Understanding 24
 
Applying This Chapter 25
 
Be a Homeland Security Professional 26
 
Key Terms 26
 
References 28
 
CHAPTER 2. IDENTIFYING TERRORISM: IDEOLOGICALLY MOTIVATED ACTS OF VIOLENCE AND THEIR RELATION TO DISASTERS 31
 
Introduction 32
 
2.1 Defining Terrorism 32
 
Self-Check 34
 
2.2 Common Characteristics Of Terrorism 34
 
Self-Check 35
 
2.3 Types of Terrorism 35
 
Self-Check 38
 
2.4 Relation of Terrorism to Other Disasters 38
 
Self-Check 41
 
Summary 42
 
Assess Your Understanding 43 Applying This Chapter 44
 
Be a Homeland Security Professional 44
 
Key Terms 45
 
References 46
 
CHAPTER 3. RECOGNIZING THE CAUSES OF TERRORISM: DIFFERING PERSPECTIVES AND THE ROLE OF IDEOLOGY 47
 
Introduction 48
 
3.1 Frequently Mentioned Causes of Terrorism 48
 
3.1.1 Historical Grievances 48
 
3.1.2 US Foreign Policy 49
 
3.1.3 Poverty 50
 
Self-Check 51
 
3.2 Political Causes 5
 
3.2.1 Politics 52
 
3.2.2 Political Systems 52
 
3.2.3 Political Functions 53
 
3.2.4 Political Structure 54
 
Self-Check 56
 
3.3 Cultural and Religious Causes 56
 
3.3.1 Cultural Dimensions of Terrorism 56
 
3.3.2 The Role of Religion in Terrorism 57
 
Self-Check 60
 
3.4 Ideology 60
 
3.4.1 The Nature of Ideologies 61
 
3.4.2 Ideological Dimensions of Terrorism 62
 
Self-Check 63
 
Summary 63
 
Assess Your Understanding 64 Applying This Chapter 65
 
Be a Homeland Security Professional 65
 
Key Terms 66
 
References 68
 
CHAPTER 4. COMPREHENDING TERRORISTS AND THEIR BEHAVIOR: WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY DO 69
 
Introduction 70
 
4.1 Terrorists and Terrorist Organizations 70
 
4.1.1 Terrorist Classification 73
 
Self-Check 75
 
4.2 Personal Characteristics 75
 
4.2.1 Distinct Differences 76
 
Self-Check 78
 
4.3 The Behavior and Tactics of Terrorists 78
 
4.3.1 Propaganda 78
 
4.3.2 Recruiting 79
 
4.3.3 Financing 79
 
4.3.4 Training 81
 
4.3.5 False Documents, Travel, and Safe Haven 82
 
4.3.6 Code Words and Secret Communications 82
 
4.3.7 Planning 83
 
4.3.8 Weapons 85
 
4.3.9 Acts of Civil Disorder or Terrorisms 86
 
Self-Check 88
 
Summary 88
 
Assess Your Understanding 89 Applying This Chapter 90
 
Be a Homeland Security Professional 91
 
Key Terms 91
 
References

Product details

• Authors: Da Mcentire, David A McEntire, David A. McEntire, David A. (University of North Texas) Mcentire, McEntire David A.
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2018
• EAN: 9781119430650
• ISBN: 978-1-119-43065-0
• No. of pages: 416
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; Chemie, Arbeitssicherheit, Innere Sicherheit, Sicherheitsmanagement, chemistry, Homeland Security, security management, Health & Social Care, Gesundheits- u. Sozialwesen, Chemical and Environmental Health and Safety, Arbeitssicherheit u. Umweltschutz i. d. Chemie, Gesundheitswesen / Umwelt u. Arbeitsplatz, Environmental & Occupational Health