Eric Foner Argues That the Attacks of September 11 Raised

question 69

Essay

Eric Foner argues that the attacks of September 11 raised questions about the optimal balance between security and freedom. Explain what the author means by this. Pay special attention to the ways in which the definition of liberty had changed during the twentieth century. Also, explain why Bush continued to talk about freedom after the attacks.

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Definitions:

Black Market

An illegal market where goods or services are traded without compliance with legal requirements, often including the sale of illicit goods.

Illegal Trading

Unlawful transactions of goods or services that may involve insider trading, market manipulation, or trading of illegal items.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, leading to market stability.

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied that equals the quantity demanded at the market equilibrium price.