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A five point strategy for Canada to counter the Islamic State and domestic political violence
Day: October 31, 2014
Countering domestic political violence and the Islamic State: Canada needs a strategy
In the wake of last week’s disturbing events in Saint-Jean-sur-Richileau and Ottawa, Canadian policy and decision-makers are turning their attention to remedial action. So far, rather than a rigorous re-assessment and course correction, indications are that we are headed for more of the same, but possibly worse.
By way of alternatives, what would constitute an effective response to the combined threats posed by ISIS abroad and political violence at home? Changes will be required in both domestic and international policy, but the best defence will have little to do with the application of armed force or the imposition of more stringent security measures.
A coherent strategy could give expression to five recommendations: