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State Department: Expedite Now In Libya To Prevent Another Afghanistan

After the Bonn Agreement, Afghanistan shortly lived in peace knowing its Russian occupiers retreated back into the Soviet Union. That sense of freedom only lasted a short period of time. Internal tribal fighting, an increase in radical Islamic extremism, and

A Marine, Occupy Wall Street, And NYPD

A video has gone viral on YouTube prompting well over one million viewers to debate heroism, the Marine Corps, Occupy Wall Street, and the New York City Police Department. Some may believe the video as moving, inspirational, and even possibly

Iran's Terror Plot: They Are Laughing In Our Face

Learning about the most recent Iranian backed terror plot targeting the Saudi Arabian Ambassador to the United States along with multiple targets throughout South and Central America should come to no surprise. Iran has always sought measures to jeopardize U.S.,

10 Years In Afghanistan

I told myself not to write an article about Afghanistan’s 10 year war anniversary. As the saying goes, “Momma always said that if you have nothing nice to say–say nothing.” Well, I have found that after serving in and out

Al Qaeda Claims Awlaki Is Not Dead

Last week, death of American Jihadist Anwar al-Awlaki spread across the globe. Numerous American leaders, to include President Obama, immediately jumped on airwaves spreading this news. As I mentioned on at least fifteen Fox Affiliate radio stations last Friday, “let’s

Iran's Naval Martyrdom Strategy

Ahmadinejad’s regime once again boasts its military capabilities by threatening the coast of the United States with its “supreme naval might.” Security experts have immediately discounted Iran’s recent claims. But could Iran actually conduct a naval operation against the U.S.

Where Is The Vatican? The Case Of Christian Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani

The 11th branch of Iran’s Gilan Provincial Court upheld the apostasy conviction and execution sentencing of Christian Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani this week. Some rightly believe this is a human rights violation while extreme Iranian ruling religious fanatics think otherwise. Social

Iran's Secret War

We all know about Iran’s nuclear desires. To what extent, some may still question–do they want a nuclear weapon or are they simply seeking nuclear power to support their energy complex? GOP candidates have debated the Iranian nuclear topic yet

Congressman Tom Marino: No Time For Politics Harry!

Earlier this week, Congressman Tom Marino from the 10th District in Pennsylvania gave a moving speech in an attempt to influence politicians to support the citizens on the east coast devastated by recent floods. What he did is was remarkable.

Fighting Terrorism With Local Law Enforcement

Jose Padilla, aka the “Dirty Bomber,” was just re-sentenced for his involvement in terrorist activities. This sentencing should serve as a reminder that a threat among delusional and radicalized citizens constantly threatens the nation. Domestic terrorism will never be ridden

Report: U.S. Secret Operations Endangered

During a time when the “Red Coats” foolishly consumed brew in the pubs of New England harbor towns and locals secretively volunteered to extinguish British rule, George Washington executed some of the world’s most historic covert and clandestine operations– activities

Saudi Arabia's Perception Of America

Ten years after 9-11, counterterrorist and intelligence operatives along with several policy makers flooded the media with their thoughts about America’s longest war. These persons are truly prominent in their fields and deserving of such thoughts and perceptions. However, very

Terror Watch: What Are Credible Yet Unconfirmed Threats?

We have recently learned of “credible yet unconfirmed threats” related to terrorist operations to be conducted around the tenth anniversary of 9-11. Political figures in the federal, state, and local levels across the nation have spoken to their constituents informing

Is The Left Turning On President Obama?

Polls show that the majority of Americans, right and left, are not in alignment with President Obama. Polls are often skewed and can only be taken with a grain of salt. But, what happens when more evidence depicts reality towards

American Politics: The future of complete mayhem

There is no question that stability around the globe is virtually non-existent. In only a few short months, atrocities in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Yemen, and Syria unfolded leaving thousands dead. Mexico will likely soon be declared as a failed state.

Why Libya Succeeded And Afghanistan Is Failing

Rebel fighters seizing control of Tripoli filled airwaves around the world late Sunday evening. Within a six month grueling insurgency against one of America’s greatest enemies, Qaddafi and his cronies appear to have finally met their fate. Some call this

2010 Country Reports On Terrorism Released

The U.S. State Department released its annual Country Reports on Terrorism earlier this week. This Congressionally mandated report provides an assessment of trends and events in international terrorism that transpired from January 1 to December 31, 2010. Besides fulfilling a

Dungeons and Red Dragons: The Second Cold War

The United States sits inside its own self-made dungeon arguably tied to iron shackles with little sight of freedom forecasted. Our nation is in shambles economically, militarily, and politically. Many nation states have been sitting quietly watching our crippling country

Our Military Industrial Complex Is In Disarray

The common everyday U.S. citizen will likely never be able to make sense of this weekend’s devastating loss of some of America’s finest military warfighters in Afghanistan. Words cannot describe the magnitude of this tragedy. Many would like the “why”

The Phone Call

The sun has rested behind mother earth leaving us with the dark of night. Windows are opened allowing the crisp night breeze flow through the room. The night sounds lifeless were it not for the crickets outside chirping away. With

President Obama Committed In Employing Our Veterans

August 5th, the White House released its factsheet titled “President Obama’s Commitment to Employing America’s Veterans.” On the surface, President Obama should be commended for his continuous support to our veterans. However, his track record in threatening service members pay

Bait and Switch: The Libyan Battle Royal

Since the inception of Operation Odyssey Dawn, the United States and its allies have half-heartedly executed military intervention operations against the Qaddafi regime. Numerous nation states immediately signed on with this operation pressuring the United States to eventually commit. This

FBI Targets Constitutionalists

Underwear bombers, radicalized military officers, gang members, and even family members of asylees have threatened the United States domestically. Some would like to call these ideologically deranged persons extremists; simultaneously, our government no longer desires to label such persons as

Continued Terror: Muslim Terrorists Again Betray The Ideals of Ramadan

Just this week, approximately 100 Syrians have been killed. In Afghanistan, Taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack in Helmand province. Kirkuk, Iraq experienced a vehicle born IED detonating in front of a Christian church killing more than twenty. And

2011 Strategy To Combat Transnational Organized Crime

President Barack Obama signed the newly released 2011 Strategy to Combat Transnational Organized Crime on July 19th. Strategically, this plan appears appropriate considering the gravity of transnational organized criminal activity around the world. Unlike the 2011 National Strategy for Counter

Is The U.S. Funding The Taliban?

Reports have emerged demonstrating U.S. funding the Taliban–the very enemy which our best and brightest have been fighting in Afghanistan since 2001. This should be no surprise to many. In May, Fox News reported similar activities of funding these Pashto

Covert Influence To Invoke Rampant Corruption? Quartzsite, Arizona

Sun Tzu, one of the most studied military philosophers, believed that subduing the enemy without ever firing a shot was the ultimate goal in warfare. He stressed the importance of deception, subtleness, and mystery, and even soundlessness– factors needed for

Oslo Attacked–But Why?

An explosive device was detonated in the Norwegian capital of Oslo. Shortly after the initial explosion, small arms fire followed on a crowd of innocents. At the time of this writing, a lot still must be uncovered as little information

Student Islamic Movement Of India Inside The USA?

The most recent devastating terrorist attack this week in Mumbai is likely linked to a banned organization known as the Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI). SIMI, formed in the late 1970’s, lasted approximately thirty years before it was officially

U.S. Intelligence Flaws Identified In GAO

The United States has numerous intelligence flaws. While the nation has some of the best technical capabilities for intelligence collection, analysis, and production, we continue to encounter several gaps within our intelligence process. As identified in an earlier Fox News

Archduke Franz Ferdinand Versus Ahmad Wali Karzai

The First World War, oftentimes referred to as the Great War, was initiated by a terrorist attack. This attack was implemented via the assassination of the Royal Prince of Hungary and Bohemia–Archduke Franz Ferdinand. This war led to approximately nine

Keep Your Eyes On 'Operation Fast and Furious'

The recently exposed ATF led Operation “Fast and Furious” has not saturated the media as it should. Budget dilemmas, economy, Casey Anthony, and other topics such as the withdrawal of surge troops in Afghanistan have played as distractionary news topics.