Your essay should be typed and double-spaced.

Written Assignment 1

This written assignment requires that you write an essay that demonstrates your knowledge of course material. Your essay should be typed and double-spaced.

You may use research sources in addition to your required course materials listed in the Syllabus. These may be print or online sources. When you are paraphrasing or quoting from any source, remember to cite the source, using footnotes or endnotes and a bibliography. When listing sources, you should use the APA style. In your response, demonstrate your ability to analyze, assess, and integrate concepts and situations.

Look over your essay answer carefully before you send it. Be sure that your answer is well developed and that it conveys your understanding of the topic. Also be sure that you have answered completely all parts of the question. Check your final draft for accurate spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

• Define the termcounter-terrorism; then describe and evaluate the structure and purpose of the Department of Homeland Security as it relates to the terrorist threat since 9/11. THIS ONE HAS TO BE DONE ASAP and the next one has to be done by Tuesday.
• Describe and explain the aspects of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) of 1978, the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996, and the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001. Offer points of contrast and comparison between them in your essay. Then explain and assess their anticipated effect on the war on terrorism.

Each bullet is one different essay. The first one has to be done ASAP and the next one by tuesday.