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Why can’t we call terrorists what they are?

Militants, militias, insurgents, sects. These are just some of the terms used to describe what are in reality terrorists. Why the variation? In this episode, Borealis weighs in on the terminology used to talk about terrorists.

Militants, militias, insurgents, sects. These are just some of the terms used to describe what are in reality terrorists.  Why the variation?  Borealis weighs in on the terminology used to talk about terrorists.

Read mentioned articles:

Four surrender as RAB raids ‘militant hideout’ in Sirajganj | Bengladesh News 24:

Insurgency: Nigerian military intercepts ransom payments meant for Boko Haram sect | APA News:

What Is a Militia? And Why Is the Word So Controversial These Days? | The New York Times:

By Phil Gurski

Phil Gurski is the President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting Ltd. Phil is a 32-year veteran of CSE and CSIS and the author of six books on terrorism.

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