By Ken Menkhaus. Hearing before the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; United States Senate. March 11, 2009.
A comprehensive look at the factors that have attracted some Somali-Americans to join Al-Shabaab. Provides insightful analysis on the complex web of events, groups, and perceptions that have shaped events and beliefs in Somalia and among the diaspora. The author maps Somali reactions to the ICU, TFG, al-Shabaab, Ethiopia’s invasion, and U.S. involvement. The testimony concludes with a discussion on the Somali diaspora in America and thoughts for U.S. law enforcement to consider when dealing with the Somali-American community.
