A Chilly Response to 'Patriot II'
Outline of the proposed Domestic Security Enhancement Act of 2003. [Wired News]
http://www.wired.com/news/politics/0,1283,57636,00.htmlAmerican 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.
http://www.petitiononline.com/privacy
Anser Institute for Homeland Security
Provides extensive coverage on the issue and information on current events, a weekly newsletter, bibliography, virtual library and links.
http://www.homelandsecurity.org/
Behind the Homefront
Homeland security news and military operations affecting news gathering, information access and the public's right to know. Features searchable archives.
http://www.rcfp.org/behindthehomefront/
Boycott Delta
Opposed to the invasion of privacy resulting from Delta Airlines' plans to test an airline security program in which the company will run background checks on anyone who flies from one of three airports. Urges a consumer boycott.
http://www.boycottdelta.org/
CDI Terrorism Project: Homeland Defense
Analysis from the Center for Defense Information.
http://www.cdi.org/terrorism/homeland.cfm
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.
http://www.janes.com/security/international_security/news/jtsm/jtsm010917_3_n.shtml
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]
http://www.plastic.com/article.html?sid=02/11/15/08141586
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.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/homeland/
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.
http://homelandsecurity-foundation.org
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...
http://Advisotech.com
Northeast Intelligence Network
Offers an alternative to government sources about potential terror targets. Includes news and essays.
http://www.homelandsecurityus.com/
PatriotWatch
Devoted to monitoring actions by the federal government that negatively impact civil liberties, privacy, civil rights, human rights and personal freedoms. Features archives and action alerts.
http://www.patriotwatch.org
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.
http://www.wired.com/news/privacy/0,1848,57909,00.html
Surveillance State
"Since September 11, a flood of federal legislation has reduced American freedom without increasing our security." [The American Conservative]
http://www.amconmag.com/05_19_03/cover.html
The War on Terror Flounders
Comments on the effectiveness of new security measures and homeland defence plans. New York Times, US (free registration required).
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/05/10/opinion/10KRIS.html
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.
http://www.dhs.gov/dhspublic/index.jsp
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).
http://www10.nytimes.com/2002/07/21/politics/21PENT.html
Yahoo! Groups - Homeland Security
Discusses information, issues and contacts for those interested in the domestic preparedness. Features files, polls and photos.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HomelandSecurity/
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