These two questions are based on the below textbook.
Bullock, J. A., Haddow, G. D., & Coppola, D. P. (2016). Introduction to homeland security: Principles of all-hazards risk management (5th ed.). Waltham, MA : Elsevier.
Chapter 1: Homeland Security: The Concept, the Organization
Chapter 2: Historic Overview of the Terrorist Threat
Please use other sources as well.
Each answer must be at least 200 words in length.
1. Discuss, from a historical perspective, whether the Unites States is really prepared for a major terrorist act or natural disaster. Why or why not? Briefly present your recommendations for improving the nation's Homeland Security Enterprise efforts.
2. Is the DHS still struggling to find an identity in the absence of a clear and precise statutory definition? What real effect do you think the Homeland Security Enterprise approach will have on clearly defining the concept of homeland security?