The Rolling Stone Boston Bomber Cover Photo Controversy
There’s an old saying: “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” It’s often quoted by teachers, parents and others to …
Homeland Security
Global Trends 2030: Nonstate World
In the previous post on Global Trends 2030: Alternative Worlds we looked at the uncertain but potentially worrisome Gini Out …
What the New U.S. DHS Secretary Needs to Do
With the announced departure of Janet Napolitano as U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, and speculation on potential successors …
TSA’s Notice to Fliers About Ramadan
It is the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, a time of reflection, fasting and prayer for Muslims. During daylight hours, …
Making Sense of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and Online Radicalization
A 30-count indictment has been brought against Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. The charges include use of weapons of mass …
Janet Napolitano Resigns: Who Will Be the Next DHS Secretary?
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano resigned today, saying in a statement that she would become head of the …
Global Trends 2030: Stalled Engines
In the previous post on Global Trends 2030: Alternative Worlds we looked at the four possible future models of the …
Opponents of TSA Penknives Rule Win, Aviation Security Loses
Earlier this year, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced it would remove penknives and some sporting equipment from the banned …
Global Trends 2030: What Does the Future Hold?
The National Intelligence Council (NIC) has released its quadrennial report forecasting global trends that have a major impact on our …
The U.S. Coast Guard Oral History Program
“Oral histories are important because you can obtain information that is often not in documents,” said Robert Browning, Ph.D., chief …