Terrorism Inside America's Borders examines the history, trends, and different features of terrorism, and how the media, law enforcement, and other social institutions have responded to the violence. A variety of theoretical, methodological and analytical strategies are used to explore these issues.

Using the insights provided by criminology, sociology, psychology, and other disciplines, Terrorism Inside America's Borders delivers a multi-faceted examination of the issues associated with domestic terrorism. Some of the issues explored include the similarities and differences between terrorism and other criminal activities, the roles that social institutions and social processes play in the creation and prevention of terrorism, the stages involved in the unfolding of a terrorism disaster, and the impacts terrorism has on people's lives and property. The history and trends of terrorism, as well as possible emerging solutions, are also explored.