The Political Economy of Terrorism, Counterterrorism, and the War on Terror
Part of Elements in Austrian Economics
- Authors:
- Anne R. Bradley, The Fund for American Studies, Washington
- Christopher J. Coyne, George Mason University, Virginia
- Abigail R. Hall, University of Tampa, Florida
- Date Published: August 2023
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This Element explores the topics of terrorism, counterterrorism, and the US government's war on terror following the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. It draw on insights from Austrian and public choice economics. First, the foundations of the economics of terrorism are discussed emphasizing that the behaviors of terrorists and counter-terrorists are purposeful and goal-oriented. Then, the economics of counterterrorism policies and the importance of institutional change is considered. Next, the three dilemmas facing liberal societies as it relates to counterterrorism efforts is focused on. The Element then provides an assessment of the US government's war on terror. It discusses the origins of the war, discuss whether it can be judged a success or failure, and consider some of the main effects both abroad and within the United States. The final chapter concludes with a discussion of several areas for future research.
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- Date Published: August 2023
- format: Adobe eBook Reader
- isbn: 9781108601092
- availability: This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. The economic foundations of terrorism
3. Counterterrorism
4. Counterterrorism: dilemmas for a liberal society
5. The war on terror: a twenty-year assessment
6. Conclusion
References.
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