Terrorism and business: historical and contemporary perspectives. The nature and history of terrorism. Terrorism against America -- The economic costs to the United States: an overview. The state of the U.S. economy. Federal reserve credit policy and performance of stock markets. The economic impact on specific regions of the United States -- Terrorism and corporate America: impact on selected sectors. Issues affecting corporate America in post-september 11 era. Aviation. Hotels, conventions, and tourism. Insurance. Real Estate. Energy. Technology. Media and entertainment. Transportation. Additional sectors -- War on terrorism: the role of industry.Defense. Security equipment, technology, and related services. Diverse technology products and services. Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and forensics. Ger detection and remediation services. Transportation. "Survivalist" and miscellaneous merchandise -- Terrorism and the impact on U.S. labor. Physical consequences of terrorism on U.S. labor. Emotional ramifications of terrorism on U.S. labor. Employer, governmental, and non-governmental support in times of crisis. Victims' families responses. The effect of terrorism on the National Guard, military reserves, and prospective recruits. The new paradigm for U.S. workers. Ramifications to employers in post-september 11 era -- Terrorism and U.S. government responses. Emergency funding and other financial support. Government and industry: the transportation sector. Government and industry: the insurance sector. Public health responses. Government investigative, enforcement, and security measures. Assistance to state governments. Foreign aid and international cooperation.