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Contains essays that offer varying viewpoints on the causes of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the United States, whether anger toward America is justified, whether anti-terrorism measures threaten civil liberties, and America's response to the attack.

Discusses the opposing views--using primary source articles--that examine America's fight against terrorism.

Presents a collection of controversial essays that debate the issue of weapons of mass destruction such as the threat by North Korea, their possible use by Al Qaeda, and the question of WMDs in Iraq.

Presents debates on the issue of urban terrorism, discussing whether or not Americans should be fearful, which groups pose a threat, the role of the media, and the ways in which antiterrorism measures impact civil liberties.

A collection of essays that study the opposing views about homeland security and whether it is more effective and has made the country more secure, which measures should be taken to enhance security, and whether civil liberties have been threatened by the USA Patriot act and the Protect America Act of 2007.