Public Safety

U. S. Options for Fighting Terrorism in Yemen

November 2, 2010

Foiled mail bombing plots to the U.S. by extremists in Yemen has added urgency to an Obama administration review of expanded military options in that country, including increased covert operations. Diane and her guests discuss the...

Understanding the Threat of Terrorism

October 12, 2010

As the U.S. enters its tenth year of war in Afghanistan, Al Qaeda remains a major threat. Understanding the recent European terrorism alerts and the evolving network of Islamic insurgents around the world.

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

August 23, 2010

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano on why more is better when it comes to securing the border. She describes the $600 million federal commitment for technology and personnel to make the country safer.

FDA Drug Approval Process

August 19, 2010

An FDA advisory board recommended withdrawing government approval for the breast cancer drug, Avastin. Pros and cons of the decision and its implications for FDA's accelerated approval process to treat serious and life threatening diseases.

The U.S. National Security Complex

The U.S. National Security Complex

July 21, 2010

The Washington Post spent two years investigating the national security and intelligence system created after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The reporters behind the story on whether the security complex is too big, costs too much and makes...

The Threat of Domestic Terrorism

The Threat of Domestic Terrorism

May 4, 2010

Investigators continue gathering evidence from Saturday's failed car bomb in Times Square: Counter terrorism experts weigh in on the incident and domestic terrorism trends.

Nuclear Security Summit

Nuclear Security Summit

April 12, 2010

President Obama hosts an unprecedented two-day Nuclear Security Summit in Washington.

A New Approach to Transportation Security

A New Approach to Transportation Security

April 5, 2010

The Obama Administration establishes a new intelligence-based screening system for airline passengers on U.S.-bound flights. What it means for travelers and what's being done to improve security on domestic trains, highways and subways.

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

March 9, 2010

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and homeland security experts on the threat of “homegrown” terrorism, efforts to improve cyber security, and the push for more body scanners at airports.

Prisoner Release Programs and Public Safety

March 8, 2010

Across the country, states have dealt with budget pressures by reducing their prison populations. But early release and expanded parole programs have put more convicted felons back on the streets, fueling growing controversy and concerns...

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