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082 0 0 _a363.2/2/0973
100 1 _aBowman, Stephen,
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245 1 0 _aWhen the eagle screams :
_bAmerica's vulnerability to terrorism /
_cStephen Bowman.
260 _aSecaucus, N.J. :
_bCarol Pub. Group,
_cc1994.
300 _axix, 248 pages ;
_c24 cm.
500 _a"A Birch Lane Press book."
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references (pages 235-240) and index.
505 0 _aIntroduction: An Interview With William Colby 1. When Terrorism Hits Home 2. The Players 3. Profile of a Terrorist 4. The Sleeping Giant 5. The Spawning of a Terrorist Plot 6. Domestic Terrorist Groups 7. Ease of Access to Materials, to American Shores, to Sensitive Facilities 8. The Vulnerable National Infrastructure 9. The Explosive Mixture of Terrorism and Liquid Gas 10. Gas and Oil as Terrorist Targets 11. The Electric Grid 12. Nuclear Energy 13. Jurassic Park and Biological Warfare 14. The Vulnerability of Computer Intelligence and Communications 15. Immigration: A Catalyst to Chaos 16. Counterterrorism 17. A National Energy Security Policy to Combat Terrorism, Save Money, and Reduce Dependence on Foreign Countries 18. Foreign Policy: Should the United States and the West Fight Terrorism With Terrorism? 19. When Cultures Clash 20. Democracy Versus Terrorism
520 _aBowman's central thesis is that terrorism is not merely a criminal issue but a significant national security threat that requires a comprehensive and proactive response. He argues that the United States' reliance on outdated Cold War-era strategies and its underestimation of the capabilities of modern terrorists have left the nation vulnerable. The book emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in how terrorism is perceived and addressed, advocating for a more integrated approach that involves intelligence, law enforcement, and public awareness. While some critics have noted the lack of specific references and the speculative nature of certain assertions, the book's foresight and the urgency of its message have been widely acknowledged. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of complacency and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding national security.
650 0 _aTerrorism
_zUnited States.
650 4 _aTerrorismo
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650 0 _aSubversive activities
_zUnited States.
650 4 _aActividades subversivas
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