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February 17, 2010

Brennan, Politics, and National Security

But I’m less concerned about that than I am about Obama’s faith in something called “post-partisan politics.” Politics without partisanship isn’t politics. And democracy without politics isn’t democracy.

February 12, 2010
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Christmas Bomber: Terrorist or Criminal?

It's a big difference

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February 8, 2010
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Has National Security Become Too Political?

Counterterrorism chief John Brennan breaks precedent to tackle Republicans

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February 3, 2010

Collins Keeps on Digging

Collins is now clinging to the notion that there "was no consultation with intelligence officials," but what she may not realize is that the FBI is actually pretty good at this, and there was no reason for the Justice Department to "consult" with other agencies. Honestly, Collins is coming across as a rookie, right-wing House member, more interested in getting on Fox News than seeming credible.

January 25, 2010
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The Decline of Bin Laden

Why a new tape claiming credit for the failed Flight 253 attack proves al-Qaeda is crumbling

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January 21, 2010
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DNI Dennis Blair in the Crosshairs

Director of National Intelligence Dennis Blair's controversial comments draw heat from within and without the White House

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January 11, 2010

Don’t Panic

Terrorism is an unusual military tactic in that it depends on the response of the onlookers. If we are not terrorized, then the attack didn't work. Alas, this one worked very well.

January 8, 2010

Obama's Guantanamo Obsession

This is nuts. Even if you wanted ultimately to try him as an ordinary criminal, he could have been detained in military custody -- and thus subject to military interrogation -- without prejudicing his ultimate disposition.

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