District of Columbia Defense News (United States)

As the US mission in Iraq transitions from combat to stability operations, HSPI posed three strategic questions to key foreign policy and counterterrorism experts with domestic and international vantage points.

As the anniversary of one of the greatest catastrophes to hit the United States approaches, AllSecure Global reminds people of the need to prepare for the next crisis before it is too late.

The Surgeon General of the Air Force has just issued a formal memorandum warning all personnel about the dangers of e-cigarettes [e-cigs], and noting that there use is banned wherever the smoking of conventional tobacco cigarettes is prohibited - ASH

"Baghdad Surprise" - HSPI director Frank Cilluffo and associate director Sharon Cardash issued a Commentary today considering security implications as the U.S. mission in Iraq transitions from combat operations to civilian-led.

Hammami the Jihadist Pop Star—Bridging Worlds: From Mobile to Mogadishu

Is the U.S. prepared to defend the nation against cyber attacks? A recent report says no and here is why!

The Lint Center, a non-profit charity based in Aberdeen, Md., awarded the 2010 Ben Franklin Scholarship to Kerrie Kurtz.

The Lint Center, a non-profit charity, focused on supporting educational pursuits of emerging leaders in Counterintelligence and National Security, announced that Jordan Harms was selected as the winner of the 2010 Jack McCoy Scholarship.

Former FEMA Administrator David Paulison and former White House official Daniel Kaniewski issued a Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) Commentary.

Representatives from UNESCO and the international education sector will come together at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to discuss international development and the centrality of education and gender equality after disaster and conflict .

Among the startling images from the Haiti earthquake earlier this year, a massive humanitarian effort was – and still is – taking place.

Washington D.C. plays host this summer to the annual Aid & International Development Forum (AIDF) at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on July 22-23.

The Lint Center for National Security Studies, unveiled the Virginia and Frank Misselhorn Memorial Scholarship which aims to identify, support, and mentor emerging leaders in Alliance Building, Counterintelligence, and National Security studies.

The Lint Center for National Security Studies, Inc, today formally announced the dedication of its ‘Quest for Knowledge’ scholarship to honor United States Army, Corporal Christopher J. Coffland.

Former hacker Adrian Lamo challenged Assange to debate him on the merits of of the facts at a conference both are scheduled to attend.

Anthony R. Howard, a Dept of Defense insider reveals the inner workings of the Intelligence organizations, emerging technology, and the recent (6/29/10) capture of the Russian spy ring planted long ago in the U.S. by foreign Intelligence orgs.

HSPI hosted Dr. Paul Stockton, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas’ Security Affairs, for a Policy & Research Forum titled “Strengthening Unity of Effort: Challenges and New Directions.”

Former Surgeon General of Israel, Dr. Yehuda Danon, offered one of the first briefings to a US audience on “Operation Orange Flame 4”— a recent biopreparedness exercise in Israel.

Drawing a parallel from the failed response to Hurricane Katrina, Daniel Kaniewski and James Carafano point to the need for better coordination of international offers of assistance for the Gulf oil spill response.

Philip Mudd, delivered incisive remarks on al Qaeda and US responses today at The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI), where Mudd is a Senior Fellow.

Author Armin Brott joins the contributors to the Talking About Men’s Health blog. TAMH is authored by a range of health professionals providing discussions on men, boys, and family health issues.

Afghan Member of Parliament Daoud Sultanzoy offered striking perspectives at The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) today.

Homeland Security Policy Institute to Host Philip Mudd for “Counterterrorism Perspectives from the CIA and the FBI”

Please join the Homeland Security Policy Institute for an Ambassadors Roundtable Series Event featuring Daoud Sultanzoy.

Homeland Security Policy Institute to Host Policy & Research Forum: “Strengthening Unity of Effort: Challenges and New Directions,” featuring Dr. Paul Stockton, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Americas’ Security Affairs.

Growth of male teams stifled by Title IX’s gender quota

Coalition to Submit List of Asks to Obama Administration Including Blockade of U.S. Tax-Payer Funded Aid to Israel

Tragedy must not overshadow the goals; ensuring that the Flotilla's cargo reaches its final destination, to bring an end to the illegal siege and embargo on Gaza, and to bring to justice the perpetrators of unnecessary crimes against humanity.

Flotilla organizers announced in a statement via Cyprus that, in international waters off the coast of Israel, the convoy has been contacted by the Israeli navy. MWA is urging immediate action in support of the Flotilla's safe passage into Gaza.

On Monday, The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute welcomed Canadian Ambassador Gary Doer as part of HSPI’s ongoing Ambassadors Roundtable Series on International Collaboration to Combat Terrorism and Insurgencies.

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute will host an Ambassadors Roundtable featuring Ambassador Gary Doer, Embassy of Canada.

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) today announced the appointment of its 2010 Senior Fellows class.

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute hosted a Policy & Research Forum featuring Brigadier-General (ret.) Meir Elran of The Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) to discuss civil defense and national resiliency.

Homeland Security Policy Institute to Host Policy & Research Forum: “The Israeli Experience: from Civil Defense to National Resilience.”

On Tuesday, April 6, 2010, The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) hosted a Policy & Research Forum examining Americans’ perceptions of the domestic threat posed by improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

The Department of Homeland Security has selected S4 Inc. to research and develop communication plans and programs to inform the public about threats, preparations and responses relating to attacks using improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Homeland Security Policy Institute to Host Policy & Research Forum: “Improvised Explosive Devices: Perceptions and the Domestic Threat”

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) released a Commentary on the Moscow subway bombings.

"As one of the returning 86 delegates who recently entered Gaza, I can attest to the need for peace in the region, and the urgency for lifting of the illegal blockade on Gaza. Simply put, Gaza can't wait," stated MWA Director, Aishah Schwartz.

Please join The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) for a Policy & Research Forum examining the relationship between violent and non-violent extremism.

Please join The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) for a Policy & Research Forum on cloud computing risks and national security.

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) established The Charles E. Allen Intelligence Fellowship.

SGIS, a national government contracting firm, has appointed Catherine Chang as Senior Contracts Administrator, effective immediately.

Disaster Diplomacy By Sharon L. Cardash, Frank J. Cilluffo, and Paul M. Maniscalco

The George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) today announced the appointment of 14 new steering committee members.

SGIS, a national government contracting firm, has appointed Ricky Garris as Senior Director, Technical Solutions, effective immediately.

On January 28, 2010, the Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) released a commentary on prisoner radicalization by Senior Fellow Michael P. Downing, Deputy Chief of LAPD, and HSPI staff Frank J. Cilluffo, Sharon L. Cardash and F. Jordan Evert.

Homeland Security Policy Institute Releases Commentary on Intelligence and Aviation Security Failures by W. Ralph Basham, Former Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection and HSPI staff Frank J. Cilluffo, Daniel J. Kaniewski, and Sharon Cardash

Despite prior denials, it appears that the Transportation Security Administration [TSA] does in fact engage in racial profiling, but it does so in ways that make the system inefficient in preventing terrorist attacks.

Lunarline Hires Renowned Cyber War, Cyber Security, and Cyber Terrorism Expert Dr. Julie Mehan for Vice President for Cyber Security.