American Jihad: The Terrorists Living Among Us

American Jihad: The Terrorists Living Among Us

by Steven Emerson

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In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, the United States has been on high alert for terrorist threats. We have spent billions of dollars on homeland security, and we have created a vast network of intelligence and law enforcement agencies to track and disrupt terrorist activity.

But despite all of our efforts, the threat of terrorism remains. And one of the most dangerous threats we face today is homegrown terrorism.

Homegrown terrorists are American citizens or legal residents who have been radicalized to violence by extremist ideologies. They are often inspired by terrorist groups like ISIS and Al Qaeda, and they may have traveled to the Middle East to receive training or fight alongside these groups.

When they return to the United States, homegrown terrorists pose a serious threat to our national security. They may plan and execute terrorist attacks, or they may recruit others to join their cause.

The FBI estimates that there are currently about 1,000 homegrown terrorists in the United States. And that number is growing.

So what can we do to stop homegrown terrorism? There is no easy answer to that question. But there are a number of things that we can do to reduce the risk of terrorist attacks.

First, we need to educate ourselves about the threat of homegrown terrorism. We need to understand the motivations of terrorists, and we need to be aware of the warning signs of radicalization.

Second, we need to support our law enforcement and intelligence agencies. These agencies are working hard to track and disrupt terrorist activity. But they need our help. We need to report any suspicious activity to the authorities, and we need to cooperate with law enforcement investigations.

Third, we need to build strong communities. Communities that are strong and resilient are less likely to be targeted by terrorists. We need to work together to build relationships between law enforcement and the community, and we need to support programs that help to prevent radicalization.

The threat of homegrown terrorism is real. But it is not insurmountable. By working together, we can reduce the risk of terrorist attacks and keep our communities safe.

American Jihad: The Terrorists Living Among Us

by Steven Emerson

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