After the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, America was forced to open its eyes to a brand new world. ... The attacks now bring up many new concerns such as airline safety. ... Many other options are being explored like new security equipment and better-trained personnel. ... They believe that new security measures really aren"t all that effective. Just days after the terrorist attacks, three undercover deputies carried a pocket knife, box cutter and cutting tool in their clothing and purses through metal detectors and x-ray machines without being stopped. ...

• Word Count: 750
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The author of the article in the New York Times, Sperry, also states that on the day of the attack, they brought several boxes of boxcutters and knives onto the planes., which are all prohibited items. ... Many new forms of technology were needed in order to improve safety. ... One new form of technology added was called Advanced Imaging Technology or AIT. ... These new laws and policies focused on privacy, profiling, free speech, and detaining. ... People are saying that theses AIT scanners are a violation of their privacy, due to the X-rays showing virtual naked images which being presented ...

• Word Count: 1434
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School