Homeland Security

See also:

• Regional: North America: United States: Government: Executive Branch: Department of Homeland Security  (81)
• Society: Issues: Human Rights and Liberties: Privacy  (67)
• Society: Issues: Terrorism: Preparedness  (11)
• Society: Issues: Warfare and Conflict: Specific Conflicts: War on Terrorism: International Policy: North America: United States  (34)

American Privacy at Risk: Homeland Security Act - - Petition to amend the Homeland Security Act to disallow the "Total Information Awareness" super database system. Includes current signatures.

Anser Institute for Homeland Security - - Provides extensive coverage on the issue and information on current events, a weekly newsletter, bibliography, virtual library and links.

Behind the Homefront - - Homeland security news and military operations affecting news gathering, information access and the public's right to know. Features searchable archives.

CDI Terrorism Project: Homeland Defense - - Analysis from the Center for Defense Information.

Home Of The Brave, Land Of The Free, Word Of Empire Building - - Commentary and discussion on the use of the word "Homeland" to describe the United States. [Plastic.com.

Homeland Security Actions - - Presents policies, news and latest developments in coordinating national strategy to strengthen protections against terrorist threats or attacks in the United States.

Homeland Security Foundation - - Private, non-profit organization created to promote Public-Private Partnerships to pool together financial resources, expertise, physical capacities and know-how in order to reach common goals. Features projects and contact information.

Homeland Security Status board - - The Homeland Security Status board was developed for those personnel who work in an environment that recognize and adapt to a change in the Homeland Security Advisory System. 24 gage steel...

Northeast Intelligence Network - - Offers an alternative to government sources about potential terror targets. Includes news and essays.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security - - Governmental agency works to prevent terrorist attacks within the United States, reduce America's vulnerability to terrorism, and minimize the damage from potential attacks and natural disasters. Includes articles, news and grants programs.

Yahoo! Groups - Homeland Security - - Discusses information, issues and contacts for those interested in the domestic preparedness. Features files, polls and photos.

Surveillance State - - "Since September 11, a flood of federal legislation has reduced American freedom without increasing our security." [The American Conservative] (May 19, 2003)

Privacy Activist Takes on Delta - - Wired News article about the organized opposition to Delta Airlines' testing of the US government system that would require background checks on all airline passengers as part of security screening. (March 5, 2003)

A Chilly Response to 'Patriot II' - - Outline of the proposed Domestic Security Enhancement Act of 2003. [Wired News] (February 12, 2003)

Wider Military Role in U.S. Is Urged - - Some voices in military and government favor changes in existing law to give greater domestic powers to the military to protect the country against terrorist strikes. New York Times (free registration required). (July 21, 2002)

The War on Terror Flounders - - Comments on the effectiveness of new security measures and homeland defence plans. New York Times, US (free registration required). (May 10, 2002)

Defending the Homeland Becomes a Priority for Bush - - The government's approach to homeland security appears less than clear, because between 23 and 46 separate federal agencies play a role in homeland security, reports Jane's Terrorism and Security Monitor. (September 17, 2001)