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"In Homeland Security, readers will learn about another side of the American government, both past and present. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia, and ask questions about current events as well as the readers' own lives. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."--Publisher's website.
2) The FBI
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"This photo-illustrated book describes the life of an FBI officer, including their work capturing terrorists, enforcing federal laws, and investigating crimes. Describes real-life cases and what it takes to get a job in the Federal Bureau of Investigation"--
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"Describes the history of the Department of Homeland Security, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it accessible for the younger reader. Sidebars highlight important issues and figures in history"--
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The Patriot Act, which was passed shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, has allowed the government to monitor communication by phone, email, or social media, to access credit and bank reports, or to track activity on the internet. This book examines the new methods used by the government to spy on citizens, the reasons it became necessary, and the tradeoffs between increased safety and a loss of privacy, and the moral arguments for...
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Pebble
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[2021]
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English
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"The Army is the biggest and oldest branch of the U.S. military. It relies on highly trained soldiers to complete missions around the world. Learn about the roles of soldiers and their training, and get an inside look at the advanced equipment, vehicles, and weapons the Army uses. When duty calls, the Army is always ready to defend"--
6) Privacy
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Greenhaven Press
Pub. Date
2014.
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English
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"IIOVP: Privacy: This title considers the state of privacy, the relationship between privacy and security, and the relationship between privacy and technology"--
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Pebble
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"The U.S. Coast Guard responds to about 20,000 search-and-rescue cases a year. Its members also play an important role in enforcing the nation's laws. Learn about the roles of Coast Guard members and their training, and get an inside look at the different types of ships, aircraft, and equipment this branch uses to complete its important missions around the world"--
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Pebble
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"The U.S. Marine Corps dates back to the American Revolutionary War. Marines are known for being first to arrive at conflicts around the world. Learn about the roles of Marines and their training, and get an inside look at the advanced equipment, aircraft, and weapons the Marines use to complete their tough missions"--
14) The security agencies of the United States: how the CIA, FBI, NSA and Homeland Security keep us safe
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Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2012
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English
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"Read about America's Security Agencies and how they keep us safe"--Provided by publisher.
16) Inside the FBI
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Lucent Press
Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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Discuss the FBI and what it is like to work for the organization.
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Pebble
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"The Air Force was once a part of the Army. Today, it stands as its own powerful military branch. It relies on highly trained airmen and advanced aircraft to complete missions around the world. Learn about the roles of airmen and their training, and get an inside look at the advanced equipment, aircraft, and weapons the Air Force uses."--
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