"Terrorism and guerrilla warfare, whether justified as resistance to oppression or condemned as a violation of the rule of law, are as old as civilization itself. The power of the terrorist, however, , has been amplified by modern weapons, including television, which it has learned to exploit." (Guerrillas and terrorists) There are many definitions and forms of terrorism: biological and chemical terrorism, nuclear, international, cyber, criminal, environmental, and domestic terrorism within the United States are some examples. Typically, terrorists blackmail governments with hostages to achieve their ultimate goals. “In the 1980s, kidnapping was the favorite action of terrorist groups.” (World History People and Nations) In some incidents, terrorists kill unsuspecting and innocent people and even themselves. The purpose of terrorism: Why do people become terrorists and inflict terror? What is their true purpose? Why must they destroy the peace left in our world? Before this research, I realize that terrorism took so many forms. Since terror means fear, horror and fright, to me terrorism was simply a "horrible thing". Now, it is an issue that has a great impact on our society and the world; it is not to be taken lightly. Many analysts, researchers and professors have tried to define the purpose of terrorism. Some believe this can only be achieved when we know how a terrorist's mind works. Terrorists are like parasites that cannot be gotten rid of. Like a virus exposed to antibodies, these become stronger and "immune" to our defenses. “Terrorists are absolutely adaptable. International terrorists have changed tactics and objectives many times over the years in response to changing circumstances. Political changes and new counterterrorism… middle of the paper… Democrats and Republicans The law would have allowed that the information obtained in this way were used in court. Rep. Bob Barr (R-Ga.) declared: "We do not need to give our government vast new powers. Members of civil liberties groups agreed. ", saying this provision would violate people's right to privacy. Other lawmakers argued that tragedies like the Oklahoma City bombing make it essential that the federal government be allowed to monitor more closely. near the militia groups. ("Domestic Terrorism, Close up Foundation, Online") Is pushing an elderly lady off the train tracks an act of terrorism? he is a "terrorist" for the victim's family. Others may think of the person as a cruel maniac. Therefore, it is essential to take others' thoughts into consideration before defining terrorism.