Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues
Instructions
The goal of this paper is for you to write your opinion on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues without using the first or second person. In this paper, you get the opportunity to write your point of view on the material reviewed during the week – and the best part is that there is no wrong answer! This paper is your opinion, and as such, it is your job to express your thoughts in a manner that is comprehensible and clear for any readers. Feel free to write your thoughts freely, without any constraints.
After you finished the readings you selected for the week, it is time to brainstorm. Some simple brainstorming techniques for writing reflection papers can involve you answering some of the basic questions below:
How did the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues affect you?
Did your learning about the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues change your mind about something? If so, how.
Has the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues left you with any questions? If so, what are they?
Were there any unaddressed critical issues not covered by the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues?
How will the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues impact your future in Homeland Security?
Components of the Reflection Paper
Introduction - specifies what you are reflecting upon.
Body Paragraphs – Examine the ideas and experiences you have had in context to your topic. Be sure that each new body paragraph starts with a topic sentence. Remember that your paper must be at least 2½ pages long and no more than 3 pages so clear and concise writing is critical.
Conclusion – summarize what you have learned from the material. Tell the reader how this knowledge affected your overall understanding of the subject. Describe the feeling and overall lesson that you had from the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues.
Technical Requirements:
Your paper must be at a minimum of 2½ pages and a maximum of 3 full pages. You mustn't fall under or exceed the required page length since in the world of Homeland Security your readers, Homeland Security professionals, and decision-makers have limited time to spend on a paper, and learning to write concisely, and present your paper in a manner that matches their reading style is critical.
Type in Times New Roman, 12 points, and double space. One-inch margins left, right, top, and bottom.
No direct quotations.
All paraphrases require a reference. All references require a paraphrase.
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Introduction
Homeland Security is an important sector in the United States, responsible for protecting the country's borders, transportation systems, and critical infrastructure. The nation has historically been a target of terrorist attacks from within and outside its borders. Even today, it remains a target. The Department of homeland security was formed in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks with the primary duty of safeguarding the country's borders. However, concerns about the legal and ethical implications of Homeland Security measures have been raised, with privacy, liberty, and security among the key considerations. This paper aims to reflect on the legal and ethical issues related to Homeland Security and their impact on the United States.
Homeland Security's legal and ethical issues
Reading about Homeland Security's legal and ethical issues has significantly impacted me. I have come to understand that while the Department's primary objective is safeguarding the country, the measures employed should not infringe on people's fundamental rights (Kaplan, 2007). Ever since the 9/11 terrorist attack on American soil, the country has taken a hybrid approach toward homeland security. While there has always been the need to uphold human rights, some situations often call for the opposite, especially when the lives of many are at stake. Therefore, it is crucial to strike a balance between security and privacy, especially when implementing measures such as surveillance (Klitou, 2014). These readings have made me more aware of the various measures implemented by Homeland Security and how they affect the public (Leone & Anrig,2003).
Although the material on Homeland Security Legal and Ethical Issues has been quite impactful, it has raised questions about the potential impact of Homeland Security measures on people's fundamental rights (Lygutas, 2009). It is crucial to consider the long-term implications of these measures on people's rights, particularly regarding surveillance (Mack, 2014). With technological advancements, private space is increasingly becoming smaller and smaller by the day. Surveillance technology has now made it quite difficult even to have privacy within one's own house, as anything can be tapped or monitored without the subject's permission. The American government is not new to scandals involving the spying of private individuals. This could only worsen and result in profound legal implications if the Department does not comply with the law.
The material has also left me with several questions about the legality of the measures employed by Homeland Security (Mack, 2016). For example, what are the legal implications of using advanced surveillance technologies like facial recognition technology to track individuals? Given that every citizen has a right to privacy, isn’t this a direct and intentional infringement of these rights, given that these operations are usually done without their consent? How can the Department ensure that the measures implemented comply with the law and do not infringe on p...