This assignment is a take-home essay assignment of 2 questions, 2-3 pages each, to test knowledge and assimilation of the course objectives. The use of required texts and readings from this course is mandatory, and you may also use other outside sources.

QUESTION #1: In your view, what were the most important reforms that occurred after the 9-11 intelligence failures? How have these reforms transformed the Intelligence Community from its Cold War footing, and have the changes been effective?

QUESTION #2: What are the leading limitations of intelligence support to homeland security policy makers and practitioners, and how might these limitations be addressed? If you do not believe there are any serious limitations, what are the most important capabilities the Intelligence Community provides policy makers?

USE THE READINGS IN YOUR RESPONSES. YOU DON’T HAVE TO AGREE WITH THE READINGS BUT YOU DO NEED TO DRAW ON THEM, IF ONLY TO POINT OUT WHAT YOU THINK THEY GET WRONG.