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George W. Bush's campaign against terrorism includes opposing nations ruled by dictators who do not believe in democracy. The U.S.-led war on Iraq and the invasion of Afghanistan are part of his anti-terror campaign. Since September 11, 2001, Bush has created the Department of Homeland Security, and has worked to update and strengthen our national security systems. The Patriot Act, signed by Bush, gives law enforcement and intelligence agencies increased power when conducting investigations.
Here are some of Bush's other priorities:
- Improve intelligence sharing with other nations about terrorist networks.
- Increase military spending to fund research on a missile defense shield and updated, high-tech weapons.
- Work with Iran and North Korea to stop them from building illegal weapons.
John Kerry has presented a plan to identify, disrupt and eliminate terrorist networks. Though he says he would use military force when necessary, Kerry sees this option as a last resort. His plan emphasizes the need to strengthen U.S. ties with other nations. It also calls for increased security at chemical and nuclear facilities within the U.S., as well as the creation of a larger police force.
Here are a few more of Kerry's initiatives:
- Strengthen communication networks between U.S. intelligence agencies such as the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Build cooperation among international law enforcement agencies
- Reach out to the Arab and Islamic world by supporting and assisting human rights groups and others working to build democracies
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