The following articles can be used for classroom discussions, research or debate. Many of the articles are considered controversial. We hope that reading some of these articles will motivate students to do further research. These articles are intended to inspire students to think critically and to research further so that they can draw their own conclusions about the past and what is currently happening.

*Disclaimer: These articles in no way reflect the opinions and or beliefs of the Bertelsmann Foundation and Media Workshop.

After reading these articles, please submit a response. The response should include the name(s) of the article and the author. The student could state if and why they either agree or disagree with the article.

Roots of Terrorism:

Fight the Roots of Terrorism by Steve Niva
The People of Afghanistan have nothing to do with Osama and his accomplices source: Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan
The Roots of Terrorism an Interview with Howard Zinn

Civil Liberties:

Freedoms curtailed in the defense of Liberty posted at The Onion's website
2 Senators Propose Barring Student Visas for People From Countries Deemed Terrorist Threats by Sara Hebel
Some Foreign Students Departing U.S. in Fear by Amy Argetsinger
Opinions: Jim Boren: Rumors are only making the healing process harder The Nando Times

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