A consequentialist approach to the ethical issues in the war on terrorism judge
counterterrorist measures purely by their effectiveness.

Consequentialist Approach

A philosophical stance asserting that the morality of an action is based on its outcomes or consequences.

Effectiveness

The degree to which something achieves its intended outcome or performs its intended function.

Ethical Issues

Pertains to questions and situations that involve distinguishing between right and wrong behavior, often in moral terms, within a professional or social context.