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Don’t Know Much About Islam…And That’s a Problem

With news of ISIS running 24/7, there has been a lot of loose talk about what Islam does and does not teach. However, much of this banter comes from people who have no idea what they’re talking about. Let’s sort this out.

Collaboration at US Airports Could Yield Better Security, Commerce

Newly released data from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) shows that for calendar year 2014, the agency received more than 30,400 complaints and 2,700 compliments. This reveals an opportunity for the private sector to work closely with TSA.

Calling San Bernardino Shooting Act of Terrorism is a Big Deal

During the President’s address to the nation on December 6, he said what has not been said since the attacks on 9/11. A terrorist attack occurred on American soil. This simple statement is a big deal. Here’s why.

Tweeting, Trolling and Terrorism

A new George Washington University report on ISIS’ use of social media reveals disturbing trends that demand public and private sector collaboration. Will Congress show any leadership?

Trump’s Muslim Insults – A Clear Disservice to American Security

Donald Trump’s latest policy bombshell – a proposal to bar all Muslims from entering the United States – is going to be interpreted by many Muslims as an insult, which is exactly what those responsible for America’s security do not want or need at this stage.

Lest We Forget – 74 Years After Pearl Harbor

Yesterday was the 74th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. It’s not a milestone anniversary, but it’s an important day to remember, not because those who fought in WWII are quickly leaving us but because it reminds us of who we are down to our national DNA.

TSA is Moving to Alexandria – Not St. Elizabeths?

By Bradley Saull
The announcement this year that TSA is moving their headquarters from Pentagon City in Arlington to Alexandria left many people familiar with DHS asking the same question: what about the DHS headquarters consolidation project at St. Elizabeths in Washington?

Hal Bowman – A Tragic Loss for the Country

Here is a note from CREATE Director Detlof von Winterfeldt about a tragic loss for the security community and the country.

CBP’s Global Entry – An Easy Win for Homeland Security

Much ink has been spilled over the balance between security and personal privacy. When it comes to immigration, I began thinking about where our national security apparatus could do a better job of things. Growing the CBP’s Global Entry program is one way to get there.

After Paris attack, Heightened Concerns for Illegal Immigration

Need another good example of why border security and immigration enforcement are important? Paris.