U.S. Has Strategy for Homeland Security But Are We Ready?

摘要

During this season of presidential politics and opinion polls, more Americans than ever say they worry about terrorism. They also fret about natural disasters as many communities around the country continue to experience devastation from recent hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires. One big question in many people's mind is whether, despite repeated assurances from public officials, the U.S. government is really prepared to cope with these threats. In October, the White House issued an updated "National Strategy for Homeland Security," which is intended to guide, organize and unify the nation's homeland security efforts. The strategy was meant to reflect our post-9/11 increased understanding of the threats confronting the United States and incorporates lessons learned from real-world catastrophes.