Discuss America in a post-9/11 world. How did the Bush administration respond to the increasing threat international terrorism posed to American society and national security?
And what kind of criticism, good and bad, did the government's response receive? Why was the threat of international terrorism viewed by the Bush administration as a mandate to increase U.S. military forces in the Middle East in both Afghanistan and Iraq?
Answer: An ideal answer will:
1. Discuss the perceived threat of international terrorism and the safety and security of America's domestic borders immediately following 9/11.
2. Compare and contrast the criticism over the passing of the USA Patriot Act. How was the new bill supposed to protect America and why was it seen as important to protect America's Constitution and people despite the suppression of civil liberties.
3. Discuss the strategy and decision to invade Afghanistan and America's commitment to end the threat of international terrorism.
4. Discuss the strategy and decision to invade Iraq and how the Bush administration appealed for support for the invasion while at the same time quelling the criticism that the Iraq invasion was designed to settle old scores.
5. Discuss how military success in Afghanistan and Iraq did not lead to the pacification of the citizens and the complete dismantling of the Taliban and al-Qaeda.
6. Write a concise and effective conclusion defending your position on the reasons for American intervention in the Middle East and its handling of maintaining security for America and its citizens.
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