Terrorism in the United States

In general, terrorists use violence, to create a climate of fear in all the population, or in a small group. They do this because they have political or religious motives. In the United States, the following forms are known:

 Anti-abortion violence: People who oppose abortion want to get stricter laws that outlaw or limit abortion.
 Antisemitism: Violence against Jews and Jewish institutions
 Islamic extremism
 Environmental terrorism
 Attacks on the US government, either by left-wing or right wing groups.
 White nationalism, white supremacy, and attacks on other ethnic groups

Category:Terrorist attacks in the United States