In order to have loyal followers the terrorist organizations first goal is to take their new recruits on the path of radicalization. This is described by as “The growth of radical groups is a self‐organizing process driven by aggregation of individual behavior, where the entry catalyst into an extremist cell most likely takes the form of someone who recruits one, two or three other participants.” (Helfstein, 2012). In most instances, the radicalization process is a delicate procedure that is responsible for extremists. The Moghaddam’s model “Staircase to Terrorism” is a great example of how one could fall into being radicalized.…
In his article, Leaving Terrorism Behind: Individual and Collective Disengagement, Fernando Reinarres identifies three overarching reasons that an individual may have to abandon the terrorist group he belongs to. Reinarres’s three are disagreement with personal, structural, and organizational elements found in that group. The decision to leave a terrorist organization is the result of either disengagement or deradicalization, which are very different, despite the fact that they usually result in the same outcome. Disengagement refers specifically to a change in the behavior of the terrorist, which may mean leaving the group or changing their role within the organization. They no longer belong to that terrorist organization and no longer subject to their rules and discipline.…
Criminals and Terrorist have similarities in the way they plan to commit crimes yet, there poses a distinct difference in the act of motivation. Criminals are usually motivated by greed; whereas, Terrorist are motivated by religious and political ideologies, which encompasses short and long-term goals (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). Some of the key components that are considered by Criminals and Terrorist include, the target of choice, the method and tools required to perform the act, and opportunity (Clarke, R.V. & Newman, G. R., 2008). Terrorism can come in many shapes, forms, and fashions; all of which are governed by the benefits of the act and the opportunity to attack. The degree and level of attack can pose damages that are far…
Terroristic activity is not a new concept here in the United States or in other countries plagued with high political turmoil. Terrorism is defined as the meaningful attempt of a smaller group or individual behaving irrationally with sadistic ideals who try to inflict their ways of thinking on a larger group or population. In every instance of terrorism, the tactics of fear and intimidation are always utilized (Schmallenger & Hall, 2014, p. 402). Terrorist organizations look for large areas with a booming population.…
The Taking of Patty Hearst Robert Stone. The Journal Of American History, (3), 1113. doi:10.2307/3660156 Mullins, S. (2009). Parallels between crime and terrorism: A social psychological perspective. Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, 32:811-830.…
Analysis of probable future issues, problems, and scenarios If no breakthroughs are made in dealing with this issue then, based on past trends, these lone wolf terrorist attacks will only continue to happen with varying degrees of damage and casualties while increasing in frequency. Even if more people decide to take up more safety and security measures lone wolves will either be able to find the weakness in the defenses or will instead focus on attacking areas with low chance of relitation. Even if the government is able to overthrow a well known terrorist organization like ISIS, as long as their ideals, beliefs, and message continues to spread lone wolves will remain an issue.…
In a study of terrorist’s incidents around the globe during the 1960s and 1970s researchers found that methods such as hijackings, kidnappings, and bombings were more publicized and contagious than assassinations and raids (Nacos, 2016). Realizing this information, terrorists then choose methods that will give them more attention and shock factor seeing it is more effective. It is visual and unusual violence that creates noteworthy media that attracts international publicity necessary for cross-regional and cross-cultural…
Abstract This paper discussed the differences between domestic and international terrorism. It identified some of the factors that contribute to the increased threats in domestic terrorism. This paper revealed that differences of opinion by some administrators within the criminal justice system as to what a true terrorist act is defined as complicates the investigation of terrorist acts. Finally, this paper discussed how the role of the criminal justice system must be modified to better work to curtail terrorist acts.…
According to Anxiety and Depression Association of America [ADAA] (2014a), anxiety disorders affect millions of Americans, however only an estimated one third of the patients suffering from anxiety receive some form of treatment (2014a). A few of the reasons for these statistics are inaccurate representation in the media, misinformation on the importance of seeking treatment, or not being aware of the different treatment options. Any race, gender, or age range can be affected by anxiety. Therefore it is critical to remember anyone can be affected by anxiety (Goldberg, 2014). A small amount of anxiety or worry is normal in every person.…
There are two types of terrorist groups that can cause major problems for the United States. One group is known as domestic and the other transnational. In this paper I will describe the two groups and explain how different their methods are when it comes to terrorism. The difference between domestic terrorism and transnational terrorism is that domestic terrorism is homegrown which means the target, venue, and perpetrators are from the same country.…
In recent years there has been a new threat developing within the United States. Before, it was mainly assessing threats from external forces. The new threat to be seen is that of lone wolves, and homegrown terrorists. The technical definition of a homegrown terrorist is, “violence that is perpetrated against people or property by their own citizens or permanent residents of a state under jurisdiction of that state in order to promote political, religious, or ideological objectives” (Buetel). Where the definition of a “lone wolf” is, “a terrorist (also called a "stray dog") is someone who commits violent acts in support of some group, movement, or ideology, but who does so alone, outside of any command structure and without material assistance…
Domestic terrorism in the United can be described as an act of violence against its own citizens and government. But what is the underlying agenda why the domestic terrorist resort in killing mass population causing a major destruction? According to Federal Bureau of Investigation (1996), The major themes espoused today by right-wing groups are conspiracies, such as the New World Order and gun-control laws, apocalyptic views stemming from the approach of the millennium, and white supremacy” (p. 17). The Federal Bureau of Investigation (1996), also stated, many right-wing extremist groups also articulate antigovernment and/or anti- taxation and anti-abortion sentiments, and engage in survivalist and/or paramilitary training to ensure the survival of the United States as a white, Christian nation, (p. 17). The following could be the reason behind the domestic terrorism in the United States and what cause the domestic terrorist to engage in violence against the civil population and the government.…
For some insurgencies, terrorism is held in disdain as the goal is to win the hearts and minds of the population rather than disrupt their everyday lives. Furthermore, these movements are severely lacking in resources and implement tactics that try to minimize their own casualties. This is prominent in Che Guevara’s concept of guerilla warfare when he states that terrorism is, “of negative value, that it by no means produces the desired effects” (2013, 35). In Pape’s argument though, specific requirements are laid out that provide an environment that increases the possibility of suicide terrorism within an insurgency. First, the target of suicide attacks are democracies because they are perceived to be “especially vulnerable to coercive punishment” (Pape, 44).…
Some of the differences in meaning between words “terror” and “terrorism” according the author are that “Terror was still a name for intense fear, but it no longer connoted a social force. ”(10) rather than “terrorism”, witch by modern times refers only to the “use of violence against a government, not on its behalf” (11) During the French revolution according to Nunberg the traditional definition of terror changes from “is nothing other than justice, prompt, severe, inflexible; it is therefore an emanation of virtue” to modern dates when “terror” is “still a name for intense fear, but it no longer connoted a social force”. According to Nunberg the meaning of terrorism changed from “hell-hounds” to a “violence against a government”.…
Martha Crenshaw’s 1981 article “The Causes of Terrorism” outlines an analysis on the causes of terrorism by examining the preconditions, precipitants, reasons, the psychological aspects of the individual. Crenshaw attempts to show the reader the causes of terrorism in this article. She begins by providing a definition of terrorists. She defines terrorism as the premeditated use or threat of violence committed by a group of people in order to convey a political message. She then divides her paper into three distinct categories that explore the framework, the reasons, and the motivation for terrorism.…