PowerPoint Presentation: The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)
Select a dissident terrorist group and research it. You may find the https://www.state.gov/foreign-terrorist-organizations/ website helpful. Hypothetically, you are producing a Power Point presentation for a group of citizens that are interested in dissident terrorism. What type of dissident group is the one that you selected (antistate, communal, or both), what is the history of the group, what is the main viewpoint being espoused by the organization, and motive for their activities? What is it this group want s to accomplish? What types of activities have they participated in and what types of institutions, etc. have been targets of their terroristic activities, and how are they funded
PowerPoint Presentation: The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)
Introduction:
- Group Type: Antistate
- History: Formed in 1964 as a Marxist-Leninist revolutionary group in Colombia.
- Main Viewpoint: Advocates for the redistribution of land and wealth, social justice, and anti-imperialism.
- Motive: Seek to overthrow the Colombian government and establish a socialist state.
Objectives:
- Political Goals: Achieve political representation and reform through armed struggle.
- Economic Goals: Address social inequality, poverty, and rural development.
- Social Goals: Promote social justice, equality, and indigenous rights.
Activities:
- Terrorist Tactics: Kidnappings, bombings, assassinations, and guerrilla warfare.
- Targets: Colombian military, government officials, infrastructure, multinational corporations, and civilians.
- Drug Trafficking: Engaged in drug trafficking to fund their operations.
Funding:
- Drug Trafficking: Involved in the production and trafficking of cocaine.
- Extortion: Extorts businesses, ranchers, and individuals for financial support.
- Foreign Support: Received support from sympathetic governments and organizations.
Conclusion:
- The FARC poses a significant threat to Colombia's stability and security.
- Efforts are ongoing to combat the group's activities and promote peace negotiations.
- International cooperation is crucial in addressing the root causes of terrorism and promoting long-term peace and stability.