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Terrorism

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How a Single Phrase Defined the War on Terror
What is the 2001 AUMF and what does it have to do with 9/11? From the invasion of Afghanistan, to the Iraq War,  and more, learn how the United States justified U.S. counterterrorism policy for over two decades.
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What Is Terrorism?
Learn how terrorists have sought to achieve their goals all over the world with this video on terrorism.
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The Terrorist Money Trail
How do terrorists get funding? Learn about the challenges of targeting the finances of terrorist groups in this free resource on terrorism. 
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Tools of Counterterrorism
What is counterterrorism? Learn how governments try to prevent terrorist attacks in this video on terrorism.
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Who Counts As a Terrorist?
What are the major types of terrorism? From foreign groups to domestic threats, learn how the U.S. government defines terrorism and its legal consequences.
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Terrorism and the Media
How do terrorists use the media? From Osama bin Laden to the Islamic State, learn how terrorists use internet and media coverage to shape their goals.
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Global Terrorism Trends
Explore terrorism trends through five data charts that help show the threat of terrorism around the world and how it has changed over time.

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Terrorism: Extension

Explore this collection of learning resources to understand the evolving challenges associated with terrorism including radicalization and domestic extremism.

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Terrorism: Introduction

Explore this collection of learning resources to understand domestic and international terrorism.