How Ideology Influences Terror

Product Description This accessible text explores how terrorist groups and individuals are steered and mitigated by ideology. Specifically, six ideological group types are considered: Nationalist/Separatist; Left Wing; Right Wing; Religious; Environmental; and Mixed Groups. The book fervently argues that terrorist groups are not monolithic entities, and that guiding views influence both choices and behavior. This includes tactic and target choices, recruitment, and outward communications. By examining groups on an ideological level, deeper granularity is achieved and differences among group types become clear. This text presents detailed examples of each ideological group type, as well as empirical evidence, to illustrate this diversity. About the Author Dr Ranya Ahmed is currently a Senior Researcher at the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) in Washington, DC. Previously, she was a Research Fellow at Harvard University and a Senior Information Management Officer at the SAMS Foundation. Throughout her career, she has emphasized the importance of applied research, specifically to encourage others to pursue a life of service within the public sector using their advanced training and skills. She has worked for a plethora of nonprofits and international organizations, including the United Nations. Dr Ahmed holds a PhD in Political Science, a Masters in International Studies, and a Masters in Public Affairs.