contemporary issues in homeland security

1)      Select one of the four primary categories of terrorist hazards (Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, Explosives). Provide a history of its use as a weapon of mass destruction (WMD); describe how it is made and dispersed, signs and symptoms of its use; circumstance where it would be the weapon of choice; actions the public can take to prepare for such an attack; Cite an incident where the hazard was recently used.

Paper Submission Requirements:

·         Your response should be 3-5 pages in length (double spaced).

·         Paper must include a “reference page” not included in the 3-5-page minimum.

·         Use APA format.

Recourses

http://strategicstudiesinstitute.army.mil/pubs/parameters/Articles/04spring/morgan.pdf

Textbook Reading: Introduction to Homeland Security, chapters 3, 8, and 9

2)       Experts believe that many of today’s new terrorist groups are more concerned with continuity rather than change, religious vs. political change. For example, they no longer want a seat at the table, they would rather blow up the table! Do you agree with philosophy? Cite recent examples to support your position.Experts believe that many of today’s new terrorist groups are more concerned with continuity rather than change, religious vs. political change. For example, they no longer want a seat at the table, they would rather blow up the table! Do you agree with philosophy? Cite recent examples to support your position. (Answer should be 300 to 400 words)

3)      When it comes to CIKR protection, public and private security concerns often differ. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What are the differences? Please support your opinion with real-world examples.When it comes to CIKR protection, public and private security concerns often differ. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? What are the differences? Please support your opinion with real-world examples.

(Answer should be 300 to 400 words)