Due to the semantic field of fear and terror running throughout the discourses of Bush and Blair their choice of lexis is crucial in conveying their political ideologies. The introduction of Bush’s speech was of dire importance. Antithesis is being used within the first sentence; Bush begins his discourse “… Our fellow citizens, our way of life…”, and then ends with “deadly terrorist acts”. Due to the contrasting image portrayed listeners feel their “way of life”, they, as individuals and citizens of America are at threat, of “deadly and deliberate terrorist attacks”. This further promotes the global normalisation of terrorism and the “War on terror”.
What activities, events, or decisions are likely to stimulate further growth of this organization? Why? Apply the current APA standards for writing style and citing references. M5_A1: Discussion: Metaphors and Terrorism 27 June 2012 1. The United States Department of Defense defines terrorism as “the calculated use of unlawful violence or threat of unlawful violence to inculcate fear; intended to coerce or to intimidate governments or societies in the pursuit of goals that are generally political, religious, or ideological,” (Feith, 2004).
Due to the events of the 11th September 2001 the USA began its war on terror, and specifically targeted was George Bush’s ‘axis of evil’ which included; Iran, Iraq and North Korea. The USA used their war on terror so to legitimise their actions worldwide thus destroying any hopes for a post cold war collective international security, therefore basing their response to international aggression on protecting their own national interests. This is seen with the invasion of Afghanistan in October 2001. Together with Britain they acted unilaterally in order to remove the al-Qaeda and capture bin Laden, who was the prime suspect for the 9/11 attacks. The USA believed its actions were justified by labelling them as self defence under Article 51 of the UN charter.
Prior to the 9/11 attacks the focus of the FBI and intelligence collection was in the prosecution of terrorists rather than the prevention of attacks. This means that the defensive action would be in response to the actions of terrorist rather than collecting information in attempt to preemptively stop an attack. However announced, this has always been a priority and information concerning prevention was always required in annual reports. It is important to understand what prevention means and the information being searched for: “Who are the terrorists among us? Who are their leaders?
Title II, surveillance procedures, allows agencies to use enhanced surveillance procedures for any suspected terrorist. Title III, anti money-laundering to prevent terrorism promotes the prevention, detection, and prosecution of an persons financing terrorism ("USA patriot act," 2001). Title IV, border security, provided higher levels of power to the immigration and neutralization services (INS). Title V, removing obstacles to investigate terrorism, allows rewards to be offered for the assistance in preventing or combating terrorism ("USA patriot act," 2001). Title VI, victims and families of victims of
The Gulf Cartel The Gulf Cartel is an organized crime unit that operates out of Mexico, primarily distributing drugs throughout the United States. The Gulf Cartel has several rivals, with the Sinaloa Cartel at the head of the pack. This particular type of organized crime unit (Mexican drug cartels) began making an impact in the early ‘80s and has grown stronger and more violent over the years. The structures of the many drug cartels have been referred to as being run like a “business,” but with violent consequences and the Gulf Cartel is no exception. The increase in power within the drug cartels makes the future of organized crime seem bleak regarding society, but positive for the OC units themselves.
Mario Loredo ADC PD 100 (B) Instructor: Jose Ochoa “The Focus With Gangs And Drugs” Gangs and drugs have seemed to have always been associated with one another. Street gangs and prison gangs are the primary distributers of illegal drugs on the streets of the United States. Gangs also smuggle drugs, produce and transport drugs within the country. The relation between drugs and gangs Gangs primarily produce Marijuana and methamphetamine. In addition, gangs increasingly are smuggling large quantities of heroin, cocaine, and MDMA (also known as ecstasy) into the United States.
The FBI defines domestic terrorism as the "unlawful use of force or violence, committed by a group(s) of two or more individuals, against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives (Terrorism, 2012). The Department of Homeland Security was created after the September 11 attacks mostly to protect the United States and U.S. Territories. U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency has been added to the Department of Homeland Security to enforce laws and regulations of persons entering the United States however after 9-11, two other enforcement agencies were created, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Homeland Security - Protecting our Borders U.S. Mexico border stretches approximately 1.954 miles with an estimated half a million people enter the U.S. illegally.
All this demonstrates how sinister1 terrorism is in American society. This paper will explain background data on anarchy/terrorism, case studies including the Oklahoma bombing, and the government’s reaction toward terrorism. A number of terrorist attacks in the 1990s have brought the fear to the public, giving rise to vulnerability2 between many Americans. Most terrorist incidents in the United States have been bombing attacks, involving detonated and undetonated explosive devices, tear gas and pipe and fire bombs. The effects of terrorism can cause loss of life and injuries to property damage and disruptions in services such as electricity, water supply, public transportation and communications.
Nuclear waste is harmful to the environment and its inhabitants. Even though the nuclear power industry might oppose nuclear waste signage due to negative public opinion regarding management of nuclear waste, the parameters for storing nuclear waste are crucial for future generations. First, the parameters for storing nuclear waste are crucial for future generations because it is imperative to educate people on the importance of nuclear waste signage. The question is what type of signs would say, “stay away” to humans living 10,000 years from now? Exposure to high levels of radioactive waste can cause birth defects, cancer, and death.