How do terrorist organizations use radicalization to influence and attract members? Give an example of recent radicalization efforts reported in the media.

Prepare

For each question, please prepare a one-page response (typed and double spaced).

Prompt

  • Select one definition of terrorism that you feel is best and explain why you think it is better than the others.
  • Is there any way you could improve it? Is any single definition of terrorism sufficient to describe terrorism?
  • How do terrorist organizations use radicalization to influence and attract members? Give an example of recent radicalization efforts reported in the media.
  • Discuss financing of modern terrorist organizations. How does narcoterrorism finance terrorism?
  • Does the media use terrorists, or do terrorists use the media? Explain this relationship.
  • Discuss the impact of force multipliers in the context of terrorism. If you were a planner in a terrorist organization, which force multipliers would be most effective for your strategy?

Procedure

Document each question with a minimum of one academic/peer-reviewed source. You may refer to other credible media sources in support of your paper. Prepare all written assignments in APA format.