What has caused the decline in left-wing terrorism over the past couple of decades in both the U.S. and Europe (refer to chapter 11 also)? Do you see any evidence of a shift back toward violence by the left?

Homeland/ Global Security
1. Discuss revolutionary and counter-revolutionary terrorism. Share an example of recent counter-revolutionary activity reported in the media.

2. Contrast domestic left-wing and right-wing terrorism in the history of the United States. What is the greatest current domestic threat?

3. What has caused the decline in left-wing terrorism over the past couple of decades in both the U.S. and Europe (refer to chapter 11 also)? Do you see any evidence of a shift back toward violence by the left?

4. What is the stated goal and mission of Al Qaeda? What are the historical roots that have contributed to this motivation? Is Al Qaeda in accord with mainstream Islam?

5. What has been the effect of the death of Bin Laden upon Al Qaeda? Has it been stopped, slowed, invigorated, or suffered fracturing into splinter organizations?