Q Overview “We have been forced to think about the way our government is organized. The massive departments and agencies that prevailed in the great struggles of the twentieth century must work together in new ways, so that all the instruments of national power can be combined.” (National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, 2004) The 9/11 Commission Report made it clear that the United States government had the capability to protect itself, but it needed better organization to do so effectively. In this journal, you will explore what prompted the agencies to reorganize, the job of the secretary of homeland security, and the importance of DHS leadership in counterterrorism efforts. Prompt Using the resources you’ve read thus far, address the following in a 350- to 500-word journal entry: • Why was there an overarching need to reorganize the agencies that were responsible for counterterrorism prior to 9/11? • What is the job of the secretary of homeland security? • How is the leadership of DHS a critical component of post-9/11 counterterrorism efforts? Specifically, the following rubric criteria must be addressed: • Explain why the U.S. government needed to reorganize the agencies that were responsible for counterterrorism prior to 9/11 • Describe the role of the secretary of homeland security • Explain how the leadership of DHS is a critical component of post-9/11 counterterrorism efforts Guidelines for Submission This assignment must be 350–500 words in length. Any references must be cited in APA style. Consult the Shapiro Library APA Style Guide for more information on citations.