Following the events of September 11, 2001, the issue of terrorism, both domestic and international, has been a subject of much debate and concern. To achieve a better understanding of the organization and ideals of terrorist groups, a general profile of domestic and international terrorists was prepared using information from previous academic writings and government documents. A comparison and contrast of the two types of terrorist organizations was made to give a better understanding of the motivations and goals of these groups. Based on this analysis, it will be possible to establish a set of guidelines for law enforcement agencies and policy makers.
(Return to Program Resources)