This lens examines the latest Homeland Security topics for government and corporate enterprise, including anti-terrorism, emergency preparedness and unified incident command.
Homeland Security Consultants
- Tuebor Group website
- The Tuebor Group mission is to help organizations remain viable and functioning -- and better prepared to protect citizens, employees and critical infrastructure -- in the event of a terrorist incident, natural disaster or threatening emergency.
Tuebor Group is staffed with an unprecedented level of expertise, including experienced State and Federal emergency management specialists, instructional experts and professional project managers. We are dedicated to providing leading edge training and consulting for public and private institutions in the areas of WMD / Anti-terrorism, drills and exercises and incident command
In the News
- The War on Terror Flounders
- Comments on the effectiveness of new security measures and homeland defence plans. New York Times, US (free registration required).
- 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.
- Anser Institute for Homeland Security
- Provides extensive coverage on the issue and information on current events, a weekly newsletter, bibliography, virtual library and links.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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]
- A Chilly Response to 'Patriot II'
- Outline of the proposed Domestic Security Enhancement Act of 2003. [Wired News]
- 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.
- 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.
- Surveillance State
- "Since September 11, a flood of federal legislation has reduced American freedom without increasing our security." [The American Conservative]
- 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...
- Behind the Homefront
- Homeland security news and military operations affecting news gathering, information access and the public's right to know. Features searchable archives.
- 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.
- American 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.
- 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.
- Yahoo! Groups - Homeland Security
- Discusses information, issues and contacts for those interested in the domestic preparedness. Features files, polls and photos.
- 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.
- Northeast Intelligence Network
- Offers an alternative to government sources about potential terror targets. Includes news and essays.
Homeland Security Resources
Homeland Security: A Complete Guide to Understanding, Preventing, and Surviving Terrorism
Amazon Price: $60.00 (as of 12/02/2008) 
Introduction to Homeland Security, First Edition (Butterworth Heinemann Homeland Security)
Amazon Price: (as of 12/02/2008)
The Information Systems Security Officer's Guide: Establishing and Managing an Information Protection Program, Second Edition
Amazon Price: $47.97 (as of 12/02/2008)
Terrorism, Asymmetric Warfare, and Weapons of Mass Destruction: Defending the U.S. Homeland (CSIS)
Amazon Price: $69.95 (as of 12/02/2008)
Conferences & Events
- Homeland Security Conference
- This event helps attendees understand the technical and regulatory aspects of Homeland Security; to assess undue risk to their well being and their organizations; and to prepare all individuals against any natural or man-made disaster.
- Critical Infrastructure Resilience Conference
- A two-day high-level International Conference, including: In-depth Workshops; a Table Top Exercise of an Incident; a Read Team Exercise; and Keynote Presentations by Top Officials from the White House, Department of Homeland Security, the Intelligence Community, Industry and their European and Asian Counterparts.
