CRIM 354 - Extremism in America

Institution:

Gonzaga University

Subject:

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Description:

What is extremism and terrorism? Are there differences in extremist and terrorist ideologies? What makes a person turn to terrorism? Is Right Wing terrorism similar to Left Wing or single issue terrorism/extremism? Should we be more afraid of international or domestic terrorism? What is the government and law enforcement doing to protect the American people? What does the future hold for terrorism in America? By the end of the course students will have working knowledge of the following: an understanding of extremism and terrorism in the United States, different American extremist ideologies and groups, law enforcement restrictions in investigating terrorism and past and future trends in American terrorism.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gonzaga.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 328-4220

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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