David Silverberg
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Every year, the editorial staff at HSToday takes a closer look at homeland security. They factor in different areas, and look at how security has changed, from September to September. HSToday Editor David Silverberg tells…
September 21, 2009 -
Some have asked the question: following the attacks of 9/11, did America violate its own principles, and Constitution, in response to fears of terrorism? As we’ve had in our news, charges are being made against…
August 27, 2009 -
The U.S. has a new approach when it comes to counter-terrorism. The White House advisor for counter-terrorism and homeland security John Brennan recently released a report detailing new tactics. HSToday Editor David Silverberg explains.
August 10, 2009 -
Russia has struck a deal with the U.S. to reduce stockpiled nuclear weapons. But, Russia’s president says there are still some serious differences to overcome. In addition, there are other agreements between the U.S. and…
July 06, 2009 -
International pressure is mounting on Honduras’ new leaders to return their President to power following his military ouster. Presidents from around Latin America are gathering in Nicaragua for meetings on how to reinstate the ousted…
June 29, 2009 -
The whole world is watching the events unfolding in Iran, wondering just how far the protests can go. But, as we learn from HSToday editor David Silverberg, some intelligence experts are worried about where terrorist…
June 22, 2009 -
The number of angry white men in America is getting larger. That’s according to Political Research Associates, a think tank that studies right-wing extremists. Other experts contend the white supremacist climate has not changed much…
June 15, 2009 -
Former CIA official Philip Mudd withdrew his name from consideration for the job of intelligence chief at the Department of Homeland Security. Mudd was President Obama’s nominee but decided to drop because senators in his…
June 08, 2009 -
Hurricane season is a couple of weeks away and Louisiana Senator David Vitter has put the FEMA chief’s nomination on hold. By all accounts, Craig Fugate is well-qualified to hold the position. In our weekly…
May 11, 2009 -
The drug wars in Mexico continue, but now there’s hope. About 6,300 people were murdered in the drug wars there last year and Mexico’s economy is expected to shrink by at least three percent this…
April 07, 2009 -
Word that a new decision about how to conduct immigration raids has the homeland security community abuzz. Instead of focusing on the illegal immigrants, it appears the Department of Homeland Security is prepared to turn…
March 30, 2009 -
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano is taking her first road trip as the head of the agency. HS Today Editor David Silverberg discusses where Napolitano will visit and why in our weekly chat.
February 09, 2009 -
While the world watches the conflict in Gaza, everything going on in Iraq and Iran, and future relations with North Korea…there is ONE area of the world that appears to be overlooked. Mexico. We learn…
February 02, 2009 -
We don’t know yet who will be the Secretary of Homeland Security in the Obama Administration. But we are hearing some names on a short list. HSToday Editor David Silverberg gives us analysis during our…
November 10, 2008