In Today's Post-9/11 World,local Police Departments Play an Especially Important

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Essay

In today's post-9/11 world,local police departments play an especially important role in responding to the challenges of terrorism.What are some of the responses police departments can offer in their assistance in the war on terrorism? Comment on the survey that was conducted of 250 police chiefs and their response and its effect on decision making efforts.

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1860 Election

The United States presidential election in which Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th President, leading to the secession of Southern states.

John Brown

An American abolitionist who believed in and advocated armed insurrection as the only way to overthrow the institution of slavery in the United States.

William Lloyd Garrison

A prominent American abolitionist, journalist, and social reformer in the 19th century, best known for his tireless efforts to end slavery in the United States.

Violent Action

Behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.