Unfortunately this administration is attempting to change the definition of the word terrorism for its own gain. In the true sense of its definition, almost every state including our own have engaged in it or sponsered it sometime in their histories. Yes, including the United States; from western expansion to racism to even the Second World War we have engaged in it. So as you can see, a "war on terrorism" is relative. It really has no substance as a "war" in its definition. I think calling it a war is just an excuse for the executive and federal government to consolidate power.

But, even in the light of the new definition, I find it interesting that the United States can still fall into the category of perpetuating it, sometimes carrying it out, and harboring known terrorists. I mostly speak of terrorists against certain South/Central American nations.