Essay:What is Terrorism?

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Wait: Hang on there, this article is HUMOUR. I am not being serious and saying America is a terrorist organisation, but I am drawing parallels for the purpose of humour.

These are various definitions I have heard to define a terrorist, and how America, ironically, fits in with those descriptions.

A terrorist is: Someone who embraces a fringe, radical interpretation of a faith, not generally accepted by those of the same faith, and chastises those who choose a more moderate approach, just like… Religious Fundamentalists

A terrorist is Someone who has no problems undergoing practices that damage America’s food, water, and air supplies just like most American industries

A terrorist Forces women to wear outfits that are deliberately derogatory, suggestive of feelings of self empowerment, just like most women’s fashion designers

A terrorist is someone who Violates his nations laws and policies, creating international hostilities and lowering his own reputation, much like our Imbecile in Chief, George W. Bush.

A terrorist Endorses the usage of violence as a method of intimidation and as a means to gain respect, much like gangs in the street.

A terrorist is someone who uses premeditated, politically motivated violence against non-combatant targets just like “pro-life” protesters.

A terrorist uses the deliberate creation and exploitation of fear for bringing about political change, strongly resembling Intelligent Design “theorists” (I couldn’t find a better term to describe them)

For the time being, those are the only examples I can think of. If you leave a message on the talk page, I will think of a humourous way it applies, and add it to this essay.

Javascap out.