CAS IR 271 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Non-Interventionism, United Nations General Assembly, International Criminal Court

• School: Boston University
• Department: International Relations
• Course: CAS IR 271
• Professor: Michael Corgan

Document Summary

This factor explains terrorism in terms of means of protection of traditions and values against the threat of western imperialism and materialism. Samuel huntington is a proponent of this element. Understanding of the self in relationship to another. Constructivists hold that this shapes interests, but because it is social and produced through interactions this can change: proselytizing. Terrorist groups have traditionally sought sympathy and support as means to sustain their efforts, because it empow- ers them. Today, this is made much easier w/ internet and technology: economic explanation. This explanation views a connection between wealth and personal security and violence. A sense of alienation and lack of opportunities can contribute to people/youth joining terrorist groups. However, this still remains flawed and partial: guerrilla warfare. Fighters in these wars use unconventional methods of war- fare, such sabotage, ambushes, roadside bombs, and sniping.