Which one is deadlier--Bin Laden or a bicycle

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An analysis of why the threat of terrorism is perceived by the public and media as so great when, statistically speaking, the risk of dying in an automobile accident of some sort is far greater than being killed by a terrorist. It is contended that the paranoia generated by fear of terrorism actually suits some groups, as the public might be less willing to accept the sort of draconian security measures proposed by the governments of the UK and US if they were to feel less anxious about the threat posed by terrorism.

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It's part of the job to justify terror

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An analysis of the changing political role of academics in the light of legislation in France, the United States and the United Kingdom which calls academic freedom into question and restricts research. Particular attention is paid to the Terrorism Bill in the UK and how this could restrict the teaching of violent uprisings around the world.

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Silenced by a slippery and subversive slight to liberty

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An analysis of the possible impact of the Government's planned Terrorism Bill, which aims to "make justifying or glorifying terrorism anywhere an offence". It is argued that the Bill, as it stands, is half-baked, flies in the face of the UK's history and poses a real threat to critical debate.

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