Assignment
Write responses to the following essay questions with reference to your readings.
1. How do you define domestic terrorism? In what ways is it functionally different from international terrorism? Distinguish between domestic terrorism from above and domestic terrorism from below. Give specific examples.
2. Based upon your readings and other sources, which homegrown single-interest terrorist group do you think poses the greatest threat to the U.S.? Give specific reasons why you chose this group.
3. How are racism, religion, and anti-government sentiment common to the various right-wing terrorist groups? What impact did the Second Amendment to the Constitution - the right to bear arms - have on these groups? How has Odinism become a part of the right-wing's ideologies?
4. Describe in detail the groups Greenpeace and PETA. Are either of these a terrorist organization? Why or why not? Discuss the tactics used by these groups and explain whether these tactics are ethical and/or lawful.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.