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HOMELAND DEFENSE PROJECT

The terrorist attacks of September 11 struck at the very heart of the American homeland. It was a new form of total war in the age of terrorism, and it put all Americans on notice that the United States is dangerously vulnerable and that new means are urgently needed to strengthen the security of the homeland.

The Heritage Foundation Homeland Security Task Force was formed days after the September 11 attacks to meet this urgent need. This comprehensive study incorporates the recommendations of the Task Force for securing a vulnerable America.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Heritage Foundation Homeland Security Task Force (PDF 82k)

Preface (PDF 85K)

Executive Summary (PDF 113k)

The Chapters

  • Chapter 1: Top Priorities for Protecting the Nation's Infrastructure (PDF 204k)

  • Chapter 2: Top Priorities for Strengthening Civil Defense Against Terrorism (PDF 1.2MB)

  • Chapter 3: Top Priorities for Improving Intelligence and Law Enforcement (PDF 204k)
  • Chapter 4: Top Priorities for Military Operations to Combat Terrorism (PDF 186k)

Appendix

  • Table A-1: Status of Anti-Terrorism Actions bythe Executive Branch (PDF 89k)
  • Table A-2: Status of Anti-Terrorism Legislation (PDF 117K)
Bibliography (PDF 87k)

Entire PDF (1.85 MB)

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