Podcast appearances and mentions of Jane Harman

Nina Armagno, retired United States Space Force lieutenant general, and Jane Harman, former congresswoman and president emerita of the Wilson Center, sit down with James M. Lindsay to discuss the increasing importance of space as a commercial opportunity and strategic vulnerability for the United States.   Mentioned on the Episode:    Council on Foreign Relations, Securing Space: A Plan for U.S. Action  For an episode transcript and show notes, visit The President's Inbox at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/tpi/us-space-policy-nina-armagno-jane-harman

Nicolle Wallace discusses the fatal midair collision of a passenger jet and military helicopter, passenger, and the latest on the Senate confirmation hearings for Trump's underqualified cabinet nominees Kash Patel, Tulsi Gabbard, and JFK Jr.Joined by: Erin McLaughlin, Vaughn Hillyard, Steven Wallace, Anthony Roman, Kristy Greenberg, Andrew Weissmann, Frank Figliuzzi, Chris Jansing, Alan Diehl, Jane Harman, Amb. Michael McFaul, Rick Stengel, and Dr. Kavita Patel.

Frigid weather forces Donald Trump's inauguration indoors while his picks for top cabinet posts get their own icy reception from Democrats on Capitol Hill. Plus, the hosts discuss the impending ban on TikTok as the app says it will go dark without “definitive” assurances. 

The democratic elites want Biden out, but the most elite democrat, Biden, asks, “What was the question?” Project 2025 rears its head again, from Tik Tok conspiracy to Mainstream Media talking point. A hidden camera of Trump seems oddly strategic. The whole world went to the polls, while Hungary’s Orban goes to Russia and China. NATO summit is kicking off, it’s sure to be filled with Intellectual Wiggers. Wall street might have set up a trap for main street and Shit Life syndrome is no joke, but we made some anyway.   MMO #128 ART: The Clip Custodian dethroned Dirty Jersey when he brewed up his Keep on Joeing Art. Think you could do better? Prove it. Send you art to: dan@mmo.show & john@mmo.show   Fiat Fun Coupon Donors: Sharky Shark, Day 1 Fish Emily the Fed, Not a Fed Hempress Emily M., the official herbalist of the Offensive Wiirdo, Solo STL Roast Beef Eater   Satoshi Slinging Saviors: Boolysteed Trailchicken CoinCat Uzza Jasper89 SandeSingh       Shownotes Episode 128   Biden             Adam Smith on CNN with Jake Tapper             Biden Calls into MSNBC             Neurologist on Biden’s Health CNN   Project 2025 AGAIN             ALERT! MSNBC on P25   NATO Summit             Jane Harman on Bloomberg             World Elections             Spectator on French Elections   Middle East             Journalists Killed in Gaza   Immigration             Panama Deal   Markets             Article on MMTLP Issue             MMTLP Dopey Explanation   Medical             Shit Life Syndrome             Short SLS

Ali Velshi is joined by Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin, Pulitzer-Prize winning Investigative Reporter, Caitlin Dickerson, Award-Winning Journalist, Paola Ramos, Senior Editor at Bloomberg, Bobby Ghosh, Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita at Wilson Center, Jane Harman, Former U.S. Army Major for the Defense Intelligence Agency, Maj. Harrison Man, and Professor of Constitutional Law at University of Pennsylvania Law School, Kermit Roosevelt III

On this week's episode of 'The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Donald Trump's former fixer Michael Cohen will testify against his former boss on Monday in Trump's hush-money election-interference trial. It comes just days after Stormy Daniel's riveting testimony and intense cross examination by defense attorneys about her alleged encounter with Trump. Neal Katyal and Adam Klasfeld will look inside the biggest week of the trial yet, and the week ahead. The U.S. issues a report critical of Israel's actions in Gaza as President Biden draws a red line on Israel launching a full-scale invasion of Rafah. Former Rep. Jane Harman helps sort it all out. And we'll talk about new polling that raises questions about President Biden's support among Black Americans, and how Black LGBTQ+ voters could be a decisive factor. Kelley Robinson of the Human Rights Campaign and pollster Terrance Woodbury join me to break down what's behind those numbers. All that and more on “The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart.”

The longest-serving female senator in US history, California's Dianne Feinstein died today at the age of 90. Feinstein came to national prominence before taking her senate seat, becoming mayor of San Francisco in 1978 following the tragic assassination of Mayor George Moscone and Harvey Milk. Over a decade later, she then won a special senate election that sent her to Washington, where she worked tirelessly for gun laws. By the time Feinstein was elected to a fifth full term in 2018, she was the oldest sitting US Senator. Senator Patty Murray and former Congresswoman Jane Harman knew Feinstein well and they join the program with reflections on her life and legacy.  Also on today's show: Former US Ambassador to Azerbaijan Matthew Bryza; Wall Street Journal World Coverage Chief Gordon Fairclough; White House National Climate Adviser Ali Zaidi To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Maintaining secrecy can be invigorating, whether you're a child with hidden treasures or a CIA agent safeguarding classified information. However, the more secrets you bear, the heavier the burden becomes. This week's guest, Jane Harman, who served nine terms in Congress and was a ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee after 9/11, understands the weight of secrecy firsthand.   While there are valid justifications for classifying information, Harman asserts that the US government has grappled with an issue of excessive classification for decades. "A bad reason to classify is to protect your turf—you don't want other people to know what you know in order to protect yourself from embarrassment."   The 9/11 Commission revealed that inadequate information-sharing between agencies like the CIA, FBI, and NSA hindered the government's ability to prevent the tragic terrorist attacks. One significant factor contributing to this failure was the over-classification of information. Each year, approximately 50 million documents are estimated to be classified, though the exact count remains elusive—not due to classification, but because the government struggles to effectively manage the vast volume. In the words of former US Solicitor General Erwin Griswold, some “secrets are not worth keeping.”   Subscribe to the GZERO World Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Maintaining secrecy can be invigorating, whether you're a child with hidden treasures or a CIA agent safeguarding classified information. However, the more secrets you bear, the heavier the burden becomes. This week's guest, Jane Harman, who served nine terms in Congress and was a ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee after 9/11, understands the weight of secrecy firsthand.   While there are valid justifications for classifying information, Harman asserts that the US government has grappled with an issue of excessive classification for decades. "A bad reason to classify is to protect your turf—you don't want other people to know what you know in order to protect yourself from embarrassment."   The 9/11 Commission revealed that inadequate information-sharing between agencies like the CIA, FBI, and NSA hindered the government's ability to prevent the tragic terrorist attacks. One significant factor contributing to this failure was the over-classification of information. Each year, approximately 50 million documents are estimated to be classified, though the exact count remains elusive—not due to classification, but because the government struggles to effectively manage the vast volume. In the words of former US Solicitor General Erwin Griswold, some “secrets are not worth keeping.”   Subscribe to the GZERO World Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Ali Velshi is joined by Jane Harman, Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita at the Wilson Center, Dr. David Priess, Fmr. CIA Officer, Caitlin Dickerson, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, Matthieu Aikins, Pulitzer Prize-winning Contributing Writer at New York Times Magazine, Charlie Savage, Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Correspondent at The New York Times, Barbara McQuade, Fmr. U.S. Attorney for Michigan, Joanne Freeman, Award-winning Historian & Professor of History and American Studies at Yale University, Jon Allen, Senior National Politics Reporter at NBC News, and Rutger Bregman, Historian.

First, Dana asks Congressman Jamie Raskin if the January 6th select committee can prove Donald Trump knew he lost the 2020 election while he publicly claimed victory. After, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joins Dana to answer why she went on Twitter to ask GOP members of Congress if they petitioned Trump for a pardon. Then, Dana sits down with Republican Rep. Chris Jacobs about facing GOP backlash after he expressed support for new gun restrictions. Also, as Americans face record-high gas prices and skyrocketing inflation, Dana asks former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers if there is anything the Biden administration can do to lower gas prices. Plus, former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords shares her fight to stop gun violence, the kind that almost took her life in an attempted assassination in 2011.  This week's panel includes former House Impeachment Manager Delegate Stacey Plaskett, CNN Political Commentator Alyssa Farah Griffin, former Congresswoman Jane Harman, and CNN Political Commentator Scott Jennings discussing inflation and the January 6th hearings. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Bill's guests are Rod Stewart, Ian Bremmer, and Jane Harman   (Originally aired 5/13/22) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 5/13/22) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two of the foremost experts on national security will participate in an insightful discussion about the war in Ukraine. Join the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future for a conversation with retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman and former Congresswoman Jane Harman. The conversation is moderated by Mike Murphy.  

First, Dana speaks with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken about Putin's change in military strategy, as Russian forces pull back from Kyiv. With Russia leaving behind evidence of civilian executions and mass graves, are we seeing crimes against humanity? Next, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg joins to discuss the latest developments in the war, including Ukraine's suggestion that it's willing to take NATO membership off the table in exchange for peace. Then, Dana has a one-on-one with Maryland GOP Governor Larry Hogan, where they discuss what can be done to provide relief to Americans at the gas pump, former President Trump's brazen call for Putin to release negative information on the Biden family, and the backlash over Florida's so-called “Don't Say Gay” law. After, Dana and the panel discuss the pressure Attorney General Merrick Garland is under to take decisive action over January 6, as well as potential impact lingering challenges still facing the US economy could have on Democrats' midterm election hopes. Later, Ukrainian Parliament Member Anastasia Radina joins to talk about her visit to Congress where she made an impassioned plea for more aid for her country. Panel: CNN Political Commentator David Urban, Former House Intelligence Committee Member Rep. Jane Harman, Political Columnist for 'The Bulwark' Amanda Carpenter, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna. Hosted by Dana Bash.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Putin's unprovoked war on Ukraine is unfolding in human tragedy and enormous change to the world order. To help break down how the war may end or drag on - and what the ramifications are to Ukraine, Europe, the US, and the globe, we are honored to host Ambassador John Herbst, US ambassador to Ukraine from 2003 to 2006, Nina Khrushcheva, granddaughter of Nikita Khrushchev and expert on Russia at the New School, and our moderator Congresswoman Jane Harman, who served on the House Intelligence Committee. To RSVP for upcoming events, visit our events page at: https://www.thecommongoodus.org/

Ali Velshi is live from the Hungary-Ukraine border, and is joined by Olena Sotnyk, Adviser to the Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine; the former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder;  Clint Watts; Lisa Yasko, Member of the Parliament of Ukraine; Chris Melzer, Senior External Relations Officer for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees or the UNHCR; Jane Harman; Ian Bremmer; Kira Rudik, Member of the Parliament of Ukraine; former Energy Secretary Ernsest Moniz; former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor; Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA); Ambassador Adrejs Pildegovics, Permanent Representative of Latvia to the United Nations; Dr. Irwin Redlener.

One of the most iconic brands in financial television returns for today's issues and today's world. On this special edition of Wall Street Week, Jane Harman, Woodrow Wilson Center President Emerita gives her sense of where the war in Ukraine is headed. Kate Moore, BlackRock Global Allocation Team Head of Thematic Strategy & Rebecca Patterson, Bridgewater Associates Director of Investment Research wrap up the week in markets as they responded to the crisis. Deborah Lehr, Paulson Institute Executive Director & Edelman Global Advisory CEO talks about China and explains why this is an important year for Xi-Jinping. Plus, Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers weighs in on the moment in history, and shares his thoughts on what President Biden should do in his State of the Union address Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your grocery or gas bill weren't enough of an indicator, inflation is here at historic levels. The consumer price index, which tracks how prices change over time, showed a 7% increase at the end of last year, which is the highest jump since 1982. The Biden administration says this too shall pass. But voters are feeling sticker shock and aren't giving the president good marks on the economy despite a strong job market, a low unemployment rate, and rising wages. How did we get here? Are generous stimulus packages and tax credits to blame? Is there a way to move forward on spending bills with inflation in mind, and to get the sign-off of one Democratic senator from West Virginia? Guest host Jeremy Hobson brings on panelists Christine Emba and Alice Stewart to discuss. Next: Voting rights are big on Biden's agenda. On the heels of the one-year anniversary of the U.S. Capitol riots, the president and Vice President Kamala Harris travelled to Atlanta to make their biggest push yet for voting rights. They're encouraging Democrats to do away with the filibuster and get rid of the 60-vote threshold to pass a bill, all to pass comprehensive legislation to expand voting access to Americans. We bring on special guest and former congresswoman Jane Harman to discuss whether that's a good idea, and whether it's risky to excite Biden's base if he can't deliver. Also, high-level talks took place this week between Washington, NATO and Russia amid fears of another Russian invasion of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin's troops are looming over Ukraine's border, and he's demanding that NATO withdraw all allied troops from countries that border Russia. That's a key foreign policy test for President Biden, who's had to deal with many a crisis abroad during his presidency between a trade war in China and an evacuation in Afghanistan. The million dollar question: What should the U.S. do if Putin invades Ukraine? Do economic sanctions even work? And if they don't, what's next for war-weary America? And finally, GOP consultant Alice Stewart explains what's wrong with shopping carts, Washington Post columnist Christine Emba says [Joe] Manchin and [Kyrsten] Sinema aren't really Democrats, and host Jeremy Hobson explains one way the pandemic could be depoliticized.

Ian Bremmer, Eurasia Group & GZERO Media President, Elizabeth Economy, Hoover Institute Senior Fellow & The World According to China Author, and Jane Harman, Wilson Center President Emerita & Former Member of Congress, discuss Eurasia Group's top risks of 2022. Ben Laidler, EToro Global Markets Strategist, says the biggest risk is not being in equities. Joshua Sharfstein, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Vice Dean, says schools taking the right precautions are a safe environment for children. Doug Kass, Seabreeze Partners President, talks about his annual, and always highly anticipated, top surprises for the year ahead. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Jane Harman served in the House of Representatives for 17 years. She has written a sobering new book titled, “Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard Problems Makes Us Less Safe.” She goes over two decades of national mistakes.

Fault Lines welcomes Dr. Christopher Ford, author of the recent NSI paper "Principled Conservatism in America's Foreign Affairs and National Security Policy", and former U.S. Rep. Jane Harman, Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita at the Wilson Center, and author of the book, "Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe," to discuss the intersection between different views of national security. How do we get Americans back to a point of embracing free trade? What is the best function of multilateral institutions? What could a bipartisan national security policy look like? These questions and more are covered in this week's episode of Fault Lines.If you like what we're doing, be sure to like, rate, and subscribe to Fault Lines. If you have ideas for future episodes, be sure to email us at nsi@gmu.edu or tweet us at @MasonNatSec.Next week is our 100th episode of Fault Lines! Keep an eye on social media and our website for some fun ways to engage with our podcast team before we record the extra special episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Common Good sits down with Representative Elissa Slotkin. Moderated by Jane Harman.

Jane Harman, a nine-term member of Congress (D-CA) who served for decades on the major security committees in the House of Representatives, discusses the shortcomings of the US national security strategy for the last few decades, and assesses the Biden administration's plans to strengthen it. In an interview with Ian Bremmer, she discusses the priorities for addressing critical issues at home and abroad, from the COVID pandemic to the climate crisis and terrorism. But without a unified and functional Congress, Harman warns, the US is ineffective on matters of security. "Where is Congress? Congress can't get things done because of toxic partisanship, but the other reason it can't get anything done is members don't want to own the consequences. And that is chicken." Harman, author of the new book, "Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Make Us Less Safe," discusses Joe Biden's presidency so far and gives him high marks on assembling an "A-team" for foreign policy. She adds, 'I'm just hopeful that because he has long term relationships and really a good compass for how to talk to members of Congress, he will be able to get somewhere." Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Jane Harman, a nine-term member of Congress (D-CA) who served for decades on the major security committees in the House of Representatives, discusses the shortcomings of the US national security strategy for the last few decades, and assesses the Biden administration's plans to strengthen it. In an interview with Ian Bremmer, she discusses the priorities for addressing critical issues at home and abroad, from the COVID pandemic to the climate crisis and terrorism. But without a unified and functional Congress, Harman warns, the US is ineffective on matters of security. "Where is Congress? Congress can't get things done because of toxic partisanship, but the other reason it can't get anything done is members don't want to own the consequences. And that is chicken." Harman, author of the new book, "Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Make Us Less Safe," discusses Joe Biden's presidency so far and gives him high marks on assembling an "A-team" for foreign policy. She adds, 'I'm just hopeful that because he has long term relationships and really a good compass for how to talk to members of Congress, he will be able to get somewhere."

Insanity can be defined as doing the same thing over and over again but expecting a different result. As a nation, America has cycled through the same defense and intelligence issues since the end of the Cold War. In her book Insanity Defense, Congresswoman Jane Harman chronicles how four administrations have failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy problems and suggests achievable fixes to move America toward a safer future. She joins Nicholas Burns, President Biden's nominee for US Ambassador to China and former senior State Department official, to discuss the book and her experience on the frontlines of American foreign policy.

How should the defense budget be allocated? Is China the looming threat that many say it is? Or is Russia still a danger to the U.S.? Former Democratic California Congresswoman, longtime national security insider, and Wilson Center president emerita Jane Harman argues that past administrations have failed to confront some of the most challenging national security issues and offers some recommendations to make the U.S. safer in the future. She's interviewed by Janet Napolitano, former Homeland Security Secretary during the Obama Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former congresswoman Jane Harman says America has used the same tactics to solve defense and intelligence issues since the end of the Cold War. She says many of these strategies haven't worked and that the United States has become too self-satisfied as the lone superpower of global politics. Harman further says that many nations no longer defer to America as they once did. In her new book Insanity Defense, Harman chronicles how the United States has failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues and discusses what that bodes for our national security. Harman has gained the expertise to discuss security and public policy issues. During her nine terms in Congress, she served on all major security committees, including six years on Armed Services and eight years on Intelligence. She is currently a distinguished fellow and president emerita of the Wilson Center, the nation's key nonpartisan policy forum for independent research to tackle global issues. Through her work, Harman says she witnessed the unravelling of American politics in her various roles as legislator, exhorter, enabler, dissident and, eventually, outside advisor and commentator. Hear Jane Harman's unabashed thoughts on achievable solutions to bring us to a safer future. SPEAKERS Jane Harman Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita, Wilson Center; Author, Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe Melissa Caen Moderator - Political and legal analyst for CBS San Francisco KPIX In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on May 25th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former congresswoman Jane Harman says America has used the same tactics to solve defense and intelligence issues since the end of the Cold War. She says many of these strategies haven't worked and that the United States has become too self-satisfied as the lone superpower of global politics. Harman further says that many nations no longer defer to America as they once did. In her new book Insanity Defense, Harman chronicles how the United States has failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues and discusses what that bodes for our national security. Harman has gained the expertise to discuss security and public policy issues. During her nine terms in Congress, she served on all major security committees, including six years on Armed Services and eight years on Intelligence. She is currently a distinguished fellow and president emerita of the Wilson Center, the nation's key nonpartisan policy forum for independent research to tackle global issues. Through her work, Harman says she witnessed the unravelling of American politics in her various roles as legislator, exhorter, enabler, dissident and, eventually, outside advisor and commentator. Hear Jane Harman's unabashed thoughts on achievable solutions to bring us to a safer future. SPEAKERS Jane Harman Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita, Wilson Center; Author, Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe Melissa Caen Moderator - Political and legal analyst for CBS San Francisco KPIX In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on May 25th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Velshi is joined by Texas State Rep. Jessica Gonzalez, Roland Martin, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honore, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, former Congresswoman Jane Harman, former Congressman Joe Walsh, Rabbi Jill Jacobs, New Yorker staff writer Jelani Cobb, The 19th Editor-at-Large Errin Haines, and MSNBC Daily's Hayes Brown.

Throughout her nine terms in Congress, Jane Harman served on all major security committees, including as a ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee in the years following the September 11 attacks. As a recognized expert on national security and public policy – with the resume to back it up – Harman has won numerous awards for her distinguished service. Now, in Insanity Defense, Harman recounts her decades on the national security front, arguing that no less than four presidential administrations have failed to address the most pressing threats to the nation. In a push to shift away from Cold War strategies, Harman lay outs her solutions for meeting the challenges of our times, in which rapidly advancing technology and multi-faceted global power structures may eventually redefine American dominance. Jane Harman served nine terms as a U.S. Representative in Congress. She resigned in 2011 to become the first female president and CEO at the Woodrow Wilson Center, where she spent the past decade. Harman currently serves as a member of the Aspen Strategy Group and sits on the advisory board of the Munich Security Conference, as well as the board of Iridium Communication Inc. She is a member of the Presidential Debates Commission and the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. Harman holds a B.A. from Smith College and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. Moderated by Lee Cullum, journalist at Public Media of North Texas (KERA/PBS) and Senior Fellow at the John Tower Center for Public Policy and International Affairs at SMU. . . Do you believe in the importance of international education and connections? The nonprofit World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth is supported by gifts from people like you, who share our passion for engaging in dialogue on global affairs and building bridges of understanding. While the Council is not currently charging admission for virtual events, we ask you to please consider making a one-time or recurring gift to help us keep the conversation going through informative public programs and targeted events for students and teachers. Donate: https://www.dfwworld.org/donate

CPF Director Bob Shrum is joined by Jane Harman, former Congresswoman and author of “Insanity Defense,” to discuss how four presidential administrations have failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues. Congresswoman Harman also shares her views on the Democratic Party's platform and how to make progress in a closely divided Congress. Featuring: Bob Shrum - Director, Center for the Political Future; Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics, USC Dornsife Jane Harman - Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita, Wilson Center, Stanford University; Former Congresswoman (D-CA); Author, “Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe"

CPF Director Bob Shrum is joined by Jane Harman, former Congresswoman and author of “Insanity Defense,” to discuss how four presidential administrations have failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues. Congresswoman Harman also shares her views on the Democratic Party’s platform and how to make progress in a closely divided Congress. Featuring: Bob Shrum - Director, Center for the Political Future; Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics, USC Dornsife Jane Harman - Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita, Wilson Center, Stanford University; Former Congresswoman (D-CA); Author, “Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe"

This episode details how four administrations have failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues. Newt’s guest is Congresswoman Jane Harman who served nine terms in the U.S. House representing California’s 36th district, including serving as a former ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee. Her new book, Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe is available now. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this edition of Wilson Center NOW we are joined by Jane Harman, Distinguished Fellow and President Emerita of the Wilson Center.     She discusses her just released policy memoir, Insanity Defense: Why Our Failure to Confront Hard National Security Problems Makes Us Less Safe. Harman chronicles how four administrations have failed to confront some of the toughest national security policy issues and suggests achievable fixes that can move us toward a safer future.

First, Dana presses CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky on the new guidance that vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear masks and how local governments and businesses should adjust their policies. Then, Dana talks with Republican Rep. Fred Upton of Michigan about the state of his party and GOP efforts to whitewash the January 6 insurrection. Next, Dana interviews Republican Gov. Larry Hogan of Michigan on the latest in the pandemic fight and his views on the future of the GOP. Finally, Dana talks with former Democratic Rep. Jane Harman of California about the growing conflict in the Middle East and her new book, “Insanity Defense.” To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Former congresswoman Jane Harman joins The Post to discuss her new book and why she’s calling for national security reforms.

Martha McKenna has been at the upper echelons of politics for years...campaign manager, EMILYs List, the DSCC...and now is a decade in to her own media firm, McKenna Media. Through her firm, Martha has developed something of a Midas Touch - working at critical points in their career with Kamala Harris, Deb Haaland, and Pete Buttigieg. Martha is one of the party's smartest strategists and offers many great insights over the course of this discussion.Podcast WebsiteTwitter: @ProPoliticsPodTwitter: @ZacMcCraryFacebook: The Pro Politics PodcastIN THIS EPISODE...Martha evangelizes about everything Baltimore…The two famous political alums (in addition to Martha) of Martha's high school…A third-grade Martha is inspired by Geraldine Ferraro…How the first campaign Martha worked on changed the direction of her life…EMILYs List provides a launching pad for Martha's career in politics…What was the “best advice to learn about politics” that Martha ever received…Martha's tips for campaign managers…Martha talks about some of her favorites races as an EMILYs List staffer…Martha manages the race for the first woman to be elected mayor of Baltimore…Martha learns at the DSCC under the tutelage Senator Schumer…Martha tells the story of recruiting Kay Hagan in an underdog North Carolina Senate race…Martha learns important lessons in television strategy from heading up the DSCC Independent Expenditure…Why and how Martha starts up McKenna Media…Martha joins the media team for Kamala Harris' 2016 race…Martha plays an integral role in Pete Buttigieg's first campaign in South Bend…Martha's involvement in Deb Haaland's historic congressional win…The one previous job Martha thinks is a great fit for making the jump to politics…Martha talks about the importance of the group Emerge…Martha gives her itinerary for the perfect Baltimore experience…AND… Joe Biden, Nancy Boyda, Cheryl Benton, Mary Beth Cahill, Guy Cecil, Mary Pat Clark, Sean Clegg, Luke Clippinger, Elijah Cummings, Sharice Davids, Sheila Dixon, Candace Dodson-Reed, Elizabeth Dole, Linda Eberhart, Geraldine Ferraro, Diane Fink, Peggy Flanagan, Ashanti Golar, Chip Hagan, Kay Hagan, Jane Harman, Karin Johanson, Rachel Jones, Delores Kelley, Ellen Malcolm, Salima Marriott, Kweisi Mfume, Barbara Mikulski, Sheila O'Connell, Martin O'Malley, Jen Pihlaja, JB Poersch,  Nancy Pelosi, Odette Ramos, Juan Rodriguez, Loretta Sanchez, Jan Schakowsky, Kurt Schmoke, Carol Shea-Porter, Louise Slaughter, Ace Smith, Joe Solmonese and MORE!Podcast WebsiteTwitter: @ProPoliticsPodTwitter: @ZacMcCraryFacebook: The Pro Politics Podcast

Four years ago, Clint Watts warned us that the Kremlin misinformation and online manipulation playbooks were warping American politics so effectively that they would be adopted by authoritarians, dark political campaigns, and unregulated corporations. Hear from two experts in national and cyber security on right he was, and what we can do to change it. Moderated by Honorary Board Member Hon. Jane Harman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In 1978, a 16-year old Pam Shriver upset the #1 women's tennis player in the world, Martina Navratilova, to reach the US Open Women's Final. This improbable showing launched a professional tennis career in which Pam would win an Olympic gold medal in 1988, reach #3 in the world in women's singles, and garner a staggering 22 grand slam doubles titles--20 of them partnering with that same US Open semifinal foe, Martina Navratilova. In this episode, Pam describes growing up a sports lover in Baltimore, MD, Billie Jean King's inspiring example, Martina Navratilova's fearlessness and “growth mindset,” and how a championship playing career migrated into a broadcasting career at ESPN, where she covers grand slam tennis today. In addition to Billie Jean King, Pam cites Marty McKibbin of McDonogh School and congresswoman Jane Harman as inspiring life influences.

To start the new year, Wilson Center CEO, Former Congresswoman Jane Harman joins us to discuss the protests and riots at the Capitol on January 6th, including a possibility for the parties to reconcile, and the state of the intelligence community leading up to that day.

Congresswoman- turned-Director of the Wilson Center, Jane Harman, joins former Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff as we discuss national security threats and concerns facing the world. Terrorists don't care if you're a Democrat or a Republican. Representing the aerospace center of California during nine terms in Congress, Jane Harman served on all the major security committees: six years on Armed Services, eight years on Intelligence, and eight on Homeland Security. During her long public career, Harman has been recognized as a national expert at the nexus of security and public policy issues, and has received numerous awards for distinguished service. Jane Harman resigned from Congress in February 2011 to join the Woodrow Wilson Center as its first female Director, President and CEO. She is a member of the Defense Policy Board, the State Department Foreign Policy Board, and the Homeland Security Advisory Committee. She also serves on the Executive Committee of the Trilateral Commission and the Advisory Board of the Munich Security Conference. As Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from 2005 to 2009, Michael Chertoff led the country in blocking would-be terrorists from crossing our borders or implementing their plans if they were already in the country. He was the co-author of the Patriot Act. Before heading up the Department of Homeland Security, Chertoff served as a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Earlier, during more than a decade as a federal prosecutor, he investigated and prosecuted cases of political corruption, organized crime, corporate fraud and terrorism – including the investigation of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. After leaving DHS, Chertoff created the Chertoff Group and provides high-level strategic counsel to corporate and government leaders on a broad range of security issues, from risk identification and prevention to preparedness, response and recovery. “Risk management has become the CEO's concern,” he says. “We help our clients develop comprehensive strategies to manage risk without building barriers that get in the way of carrying on their business.” To RSVP for upcoming events, visit our events page at: https://www.thecommongoodus.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MCALLEN, Texas - The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement took effect July 1, 2020, replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement.To celebrate, the Wilson Center in Washington, D.C., hosted a webinar with esteemed representatives from the three countries: Luz María De La Mora from Mexico, Joseph Semsar from the United States, and Ailish Campbell from Canada.The Wilson Center is home to the Mexico Institute and the Canada Institute.De La Mora is a former Mexico Institute public policy scholar and now under-secretary for foreign trade in the Secretariat of Economy in Mexico.Semsar is deputy under secretary for international trade, performing the non-executive functions and duties of the Under Secretary for International Trade in the U.S. Department of Commerce.Campbell is chief trade commissioner of Canada and assistant deputy minister in the Global Affairs Department in Canada.The webinar started with opening remarks from Jane Harman, a former U.S. Representative from Los Angeles, California, who is now president and CEO of the Wilson Center.“We are all celebrating, virtually, the fact that this is a new phase in the relationship among our three countries,” Harman said.“The new NAFTA is meant to strengthen the continental steel and aluminum production, encourage auto production, introduce stronger protection for workers, and introduce technology, can you imagine, as a form of trade, something that was not envisioned back in the day when NAFTA passed.“But, as we all know, the devil is in the detail, and an 1,800-page agreement will be put to the test when it is implemented."Harman ended her remarks by saying: “Sorry we don’t have champagne or whatever might suit, in my case a tequila, to celebrate this momentous occasion. Congratulations, everybody.”For the full story, go to www.riograndeguardian.com.

As we’ve seen with the coronavirus pandemic and anti-racism protests — distance no longer means much. What started in a Chinese city spread to the corners of the earth and what happened on the streets of Minneapolis launched action around the globe. We live in a global era and what happens thousands of miles away can deeply affect our lives. Richard Haass, author of the new book The World: A Brief Introduction, says global literacy is a must this day in age because what happens outside a country matters enormously to what happens inside. He speaks with Jane Harman, president of the Woodrow Wilson Center, about his book and relevant contemporary issues. The views and opinions of the speakers in the podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Aspen Institute.

HARLINGEN, Texas - The United States Ambassador to Mexico, Christopher Landau, says the relationship between Mexico and the United States is very complicated, critically important and still has “sore spots” for both countries. Landau was keynote speaker, Friday, May 8, during a Webcast entitled, “U.S.-Mexico Cooperation During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond,” hosted by the Mexico Institute at the nation’s key non-partisan policy forum for tackling global issues, the Wilson Center. According to Ambassador Landau, he is proud of the way some areas of cross-border cooperation have gone smoothly during the coronavirus pandemic. Landau said: “The way we handled the border itself, in the early days of the crisis back in March, I consider to be a real success story.” However, one area that is a point of contention has to do with the definition of the term, “essential industry,” for both Mexico and the United States. Landau said: “I’d say the biggest frustration to me and the thing that this pandemic has laid bare is that we have to do more on the economic front to talk about cooperation on things like essential industries in times of crisis. That has been just a sore area in the beginning.” Landau is calling for procedures to allow for more institutionalized ongoing discussions of that issue.Landau also said that he has learned some lessons.“There are certainly some very legitimate, but compelling, health interests at stake on both sides of the border. The key is to come up with a way protect worker health, without completely stopping economic activity. I think it is possible to walk and chew gum at the same time.”Ambassador Landau is the son of the late, George W. Landau, who served as U.S. Ambassador to three countries, Paraguay, Chile and Venezuela. According thedirector of the Wilson Center, Jane Harman, even from childhood, Latin America has played a major role in the life of Christopher Landau. The Mexico Institute, under the auspices of the Wilson Center, seeks to improve understanding, communication, and cooperation between Mexico and the United States by promoting original research, encouraging public discussion, and proposing policy options for enhancing the bilateral relationship with Mexico.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A record number of viewers - more than 1,000 - watched a Mexico Institute webinar about Immigration and the U.S.-Mexico Border during the coronavirus pandemic.The conversation included the analysis of two members of Congress - Rep. Veronica Escobar, a Democrat from El Paso and Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a Republican from Houston. The moderator was Andrew Selee, president of the Migration Policy Institute. Closing remarks were given by Duncan Wood, director of the Mexico Institute, which is part of the Wilson Center. The Wilson Center's director, president and CEO, Jane Harman, gave the opening remarks."As the U.S. government has implemented a raft of measures to combat the spread of COVID-19, a significant number have been in the immigration arena, touching in particular on the U.S.-Mexico border," the Mexico Institute stated, in a preview of the webinar."The Mexican and U.S. administrations agreed to halt nonessential travel across the border, slowing activity across a closely interconnected and vibrant regional economy."The Mexico Institute pointed out that the Trump administration has also taken a number of unprecedented measures, drawing on powers given to the Surgeon General in 1944 to block the entry of foreign nationals deemed possible health risks."As a result, border officials have expelled more than 10,000 unauthorized migrants and asylum seekers through an expedited process and largely ended access to asylum during the crisis."In their discussion, Reps. Escobar and Crenshaw spoke about the response to the coronavirus pandemic, how it is affecting the border region, and what the future might hold.

Gérard Araud, the former French Ambassador to the U.S. and the UN, and Jane Harman, the President and CEO of the Wilson Center, join Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss President Trump's speech at the UN General Assembly, the constitutional crisis Boris Johnson faces at home and House Speaker Pelosi starting the impeachment process. Al Gore, the former U.S. Vice President, discusses the UN climate summit and the action world leaders now need to take to stop the crisis. Our Walter Isaacson talks to Kevin Sneader, the Global Managing Partner at the consulting firm McKinsey & Company, about the company's involvement with the opioid epidemic.

The Common Good Forum: "World View: Security Challenges & Opportunity" Ambassador Bill Burns, former Deputy Secretary of State, in conversation with Nicholas Burns, former NATO Ambassador, and Jane Harman, Former Congresswoman and Woodrow Wilson Center CEO. Moderated by Financial Times Author Edward Luce --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What's the biggest geopolitical risk in 2019? Ian breaks it down and then talks with Woodrow Wilson Center director Jane Harman about national security, women in congress, and that old dream of bipartisanship. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

What's the biggest geopolitical risk in 2019? Ian breaks it down and then talks with Woodrow Wilson Center director Jane Harman about national security, women in congress, and that old dream of bipartisanship.

Today we sit down with Jessica Duboff, the Vice President of the Center for Business Advocacy at the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.  The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce champions economic prosperity and quality of life for the Los Angeles region by being the voice of business, promoting collaboration, and helping members grow.   The Chamber represents the interests of more than 235,000 businesses in L.A. County, more than 1,650 members, more than 650,000 employees, small, medium and large-sized companies, and businesses from more than 35 industry sectors Jessica was born and raised in Los Angeles, and attended Cal Berkeley for undergrad. She then went on to earn a graduate degree at USC, and interned with Cerrell Associates while earning her degree, which was her first foray into politics. After graduating from USC, she took a position with Congresswoman Jane Harman and rose to the position of Deputy District Director Jessica then moved on to the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, where she served as Public Policy Manager  Following her time at the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, Jessica spent two years as a Senior Advisor to Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin She then returned to the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce as its VP of Public Policy We discuss transportation, homelessness, internet privacy, Los Angeles City Government, and much more!   The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce recruits college interns every spring, summer and fall. You must receive college credit.    An internship at the L.A. Area Chamber will provide you with real-world workplace experiences and exposure to career opportunities, a taste of the working world, and an understanding of how what you learn in school is connected to future economic success once you've entered the workforce. A critical aspect of the Chamber's internship program is to engage you in a hands-on learning experience in a career field of interest. Visit the chamber's website to apply.   Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

This spring marked the 15th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq, and the war in Afghanistan has gone on long enough that children born after 9/11 are now old enough to enlist in the military. Is there any path out of conflict for Iraq and Afghanistan — for the United States, or for the citizens of the war-weary countries? This episode features individuals who were deeply involved in both conflicts. David Petraeus, former CIA director, led the 101st Airborne Division in the invasion of Iraq. Douglas Lute was US ambassador to NATO and Ryan Crocker served as ambassador in six countries, including Iraq and Afghanistan. Dan Senor was based in Baghdad as an official for the Defense Department and Jane Harman, who leads the conversation, served nine terms in Congress. Follow Aspen Ideas to Go on Facebook and Twitter. Email your comments to aspenideastogo@gmail.com. The views and opinions of the speakers in the podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Aspen Institute.

El Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs de la Harvard Kennedy School y la IE School of International Relations se han unido a la Fundación Rafael del Pino para impulsar el diálogo sobre las relaciones transatlánticas. En este sentido, el 6 de julio de 2018, tuvo lugar, en el Auditorio Rafael del Pino, el encuentro titulado “Las relaciones transatlánticas en crisis”.

El Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs de la Harvard Kennedy School y la IE School of International Relations se han unido a la Fundación Rafael del Pino para impulsar el diálogo sobre las relaciones transatlánticas. En este sentido, el 6 de julio de 2018, tuvo lugar, en el Auditorio Rafael del Pino, el encuentro titulado “Las relaciones transatlánticas en crisis”.

Will protests in Iran lead to revolution or repression? Also, the Koreas come together, the U.S. and Pakistan drift apart, and Israel puts a two-state solution further out of reach. Then, is global warming behind the arctic chill in the U.S.? And, viewers look into their crystal balls for 2018. GUESTS: Thomas Erdbrink, Karim Sadjadpour, Jane Harman, Dan Senor ,Richard Haass.

Congress needs to disrupt its 19th-century structure, while still respecting the institution, Jane Harman, the president and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson Center, says. Willett Advisors' Steve Rattner says the existential question for Apple is what is the next act and is Tim Cook able to produce it? Finally, Princeton economist Alan Krueger discusses the connection between the opioid crisis and labor force participation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Congress needs to disrupt its 19th-century structure, while still respecting the institution, Jane Harman, the president and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson Center, says. Willett Advisors' Steve Rattner says the existential question for Apple is what is the next act and is Tim Cook able to produce it? Finally, Princeton economist Alan Krueger discusses the connection between the opioid crisis and labor force participation.

The Women in Public Service Project (WPSP) is a program at the Wilson Center committed to reaching a minimum of 50 percent of all decision-making positions in public service held by women by 2050. Jane Harman resigned from Congress February 28, 2011 to join the Woodrow Wilson Center as its first female Director, President and CEO. At a WPSP event our CEO Natalia Brzezinski got to interview Jane on the hardship of being a women in Congress, losing an election and what it takes to be a leader today. If it's someone who should know it is Jane. Representing the aerospace center of California during nine terms in Congress, she served on all the major security committees: six years on Armed Services, eight years on Intelligence, and eight on Homeland Security. During her long public career, Harman has been recognized as a national expert at the nexus of security and public policy issues, and has received numerous awards for distinguished service. Jane is a member of the Defense Policy Board, the State... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Who can fix our broken Congress? That’s one of the key questions that Jane Harman will be trying to answer as she watches Monday night’s presidential debate. When I sat down with Jane, I knew of her strong Democratic credentials. I’m a committed Republican. I was worried that we’d spend a lot of time butting heads. In fact, we found some common ground, and some areas to explore further. Jane represented California’s 36th Congressional district for 18 years and is currently the president of the non-partisan Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, D.C. On top of these credentials, Jane also serves on the Commission on Presidential Debates.

On June 23, voters in the UK chose to leave the European Union. Three days after the vote, managing director of the International Monetary Fund, Christine Lagarde spoke at the Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado. She calls the decision to leave the EU “heartbreaking.” In this episode, Lagarde is interviewed by Jane Harman, president of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and trustee of the Aspen Institute.

Actress Ashley Judd is an advocate and activist who has traveled the world promoting empowerment and equality, effective grassroots programs, and strategies to advance women's health, curb HIV, alleviate poverty and much more. As a global champion for women, she has led major campaigns to reduce maternal mortality and increase resources for women and girls. Later in the episode: The Best Thinking about the Transformative Power of Women and Girls featuring a stellar lineup including Arianna Huffington, Jane Harman, Shiza Shahid of the Malala Fund, and others.

Alex Kreilein is the Managing Partner of SecureSet and over the cybersecurity Accelerator. He engages corporate C-Suites officers, tech luminaries, security researchers, hackers, and academics to develop and implement strategies kickstarting cybersecurity startups. He co-manages a fund associated with the accelerator to brings enormous value to early-stage startups through a focused product development, customer acquisition, and investor engagement strategies. Previously, Alex was a strategist at the Department of Homeland Security and was detailed as a Guest Researcher to the National Institute of Standards & Technology. His work advanced goals in cybersecurity, national security and emergency communications, spectrum management, risk analysis, mobile applications, research and development, and oversight of multi-billion dollar grant programs. Prior to DHS, Alex served as the Managing Director of the CU Boulder venture fund, as well as Legislative Assistant for Congresswoman Jane Harman on technology policy and innovation issues. He has worked as a consultant for major systems integrators in the defense, intelligence, and technology sectors. Alex is a graduate of the US Naval War College with a Masters in National Security & Strategic Studies. He is also a graduate of Fordham University and attended the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, China. He currently attends the University of Colorado at Boulder's Interdisciplinary Telecommunications Program and is a PhD candidate. In this episode we discussed The steps professionals should take to land a job in cybersecurity. Key cybersecurity issues policymakers should be focused on right now Alex's key productivity and success hacks. Resources secure | set General Assembly Learning Tree Streak for Gmail The Starfish and the Spider by Ori Brafman Cybersecurity Conferences DEF CON blackhat Bsides

From human rights to economic opportunity, bold and rigorous thinking about gender equality can lead us to a safer, more prosperous, and more just world. As we think about the next ten years, how will the lives of women improve and prosper? What are the big ideas from women, and about women, that will help transform the next decade into one of real opportunity at home and abroad? Remarkable leaders across a variety of sectors will present their thoughts about ways to advance the cause of women and girls, and in so doing, advance the entire world. Underwritten by PepsiCo. Monique Villa, Arianna Huffington, Pamela Reeves, Christina Paxson, Jane Harman, Shiza Shahid, Sally Blount, Lori Gottlieb, Sherrilyn Ifill, Joanna Lipper

A decade after the 9/11 Commission issued its report on the greatest act of terrorism on US soil, is the nation as safe as it could and should be? Have we been smart in plugging gaps in our security since 9/11, or simply lucky? Will reducing our military footprint in trouble spots overseas help or hurt? And what new and emerging threats—such as attacks on cybersecurity—will the US need to anticipate and thwart in the next ten years? We will discuss how to tackle the nation’s most urgent vulnerabilities and what reforms are still necessary to help ensure our national security. Underwritten by Booz Allen Hamilton Tom Kean, Kathleen Hall Jamieson, Jane Harman, Thad Allen

The South and East China Seas? Persian Gulf? North Korea? Michael B. Oren, James Steinberg, Strobe Talbott, Jeffrey Goldberg, and Jane Harman are on the panel discussing this issue.

Ryan Loskarn, the former chief of staff to U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander who was charged with possessing and distibuting child ography last month, was found dead in his home in Maryland of an apparent suicide. MSNBC host Andrea Mitchell interrupted former Rep. Jane Harman addressing the dangers of the NSA collecting Americans' phone records for "breaking" news - about singer Justin Bieber. If Iran breaks its deal with the West tomorrow, the country would be only two to three weeks away from producing enough highly enriched uranium to assemble a nuclear weapon, according to Olli Heinonen, former deputy director of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Author and filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza has been released on a $500,000 bond. D'Souza was indicted by a Manhattan federal grand jury on charges that he made arrangements to give excessive contributions to a candidate for U.S. Senate. Wendy Davis supports and Battleground Texas coordinators ridiculing and mocking Attorney General Abbott for being in a wheel chair. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has backed away from incendiary comments he made earlier this month, the mayor of New York City is reinforcing his extremist views. Attorney General Eric Holder reiterated his 2009 claim that Americans are a “nation of cowards” on racial issues. While speaking to the far-left wing Center for American Progress Thursday, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Barack Obama should bypass Congress and use the IRS to curtail Tea Party activity.

Ryan Loskarn, the former chief of staff to U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander who was charged with possessing and distibuting child pornography last month, was found dead in his home in Maryland of an apparent suicide. MSNBC host Andrea Mitchell interrupted former Rep. Jane Harman addressing the dangers of the NSA collecting Americans' phone records for "breaking" news - about singer Justin Bieber. If Iran breaks its deal with the West tomorrow, the country would be only two to three weeks away from producing enough highly enriched uranium to assemble a nuclear weapon, according to Olli Heinonen, former deputy director of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza has been released on a $500,000 bond. D’Souza was indicted by a Manhattan federal grand jury on charges that he made arrangements to give excessive contributions to a candidate for U.S. Senate. Wendy Davis supports and Battleground Texas coordinators ridiculing and mocking Attorney General Abbott for being in a wheel chair. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has backed away from incendiary comments he made earlier this month, the mayor of New York City is reinforcing his extremist views. Attorney General Eric Holder reiterated his 2009 claim that Americans are a “nation of cowards” on racial issues. While speaking to the far-left wing Center for American Progress Thursday, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Barack Obama should bypass Congress and use the IRS to curtail Tea Party activity.

Ryan Loskarn, the former chief of staff to U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander who was charged with possessing and distibuting child pornography last month, was found dead in his home in Maryland of an apparent suicide. MSNBC host Andrea Mitchell interrupted former Rep. Jane Harman addressing the dangers of the NSA collecting Americans' phone records for "breaking" news - about singer Justin Bieber. If Iran breaks its deal with the West tomorrow, the country would be only two to three weeks away from producing enough highly enriched uranium to assemble a nuclear weapon, according to Olli Heinonen, former deputy director of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza has been released on a $500,000 bond. D’Souza was indicted by a Manhattan federal grand jury on charges that he made arrangements to give excessive contributions to a candidate for U.S. Senate. Wendy Davis supports and Battleground Texas coordinators ridiculing and mocking Attorney General Abbott for being in a wheel chair. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has backed away from incendiary comments he made earlier this month, the mayor of New York City is reinforcing his extremist views. Attorney General Eric Holder reiterated his 2009 claim that Americans are a “nation of cowards” on racial issues. While speaking to the far-left wing Center for American Progress Thursday, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said Barack Obama should bypass Congress and use the IRS to curtail Tea Party activity.

A conversation showcasing women’s global leadership. Participants included Marian Wright Edelman, president and founder of the Children’s Defense Fund; Jane Harman ’66, director, president and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and former U.S. Representative from California; Farah Pandith ’90, special representative to Muslim communities, U.S. Department of State; and Julianna Smoot ’89, Democratic political adviser. The panel was moderated by broadcast journalist Soledad O’Brien and introduced by Gregory White, Mary Huggins Gamble Professor of Government at Smith and the Elizabeth Mugar Eveillard ’69 Faculty Director of the Lewis Global Studies Center.

It's been a year of galling sexist gaffes and devastating gender-based violence throughout the world, but also one where women and girls appear to be stepping into their own power in unprecedented ways. In this panel, we'll hear leading activists tell stories about some of the most outraging and outdated misogyny but also get their insights on the new solutions that are infusing the global women's movements with fresh life and enacting real costs for those who refuse to evolve. Speakers: Peggy Clark, Courtney E. Martin, and Jane Harman.

Speakers: Mathew Burrows, Counselor, National Intelligence Council, Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Wesley Clark, Chairman and CEO, Wesley K. Clark & Associates; Army General (ret.) and former Supreme Allied Commander, NATO. Jane Harman, Director, President and CEO, Wilson Center; former Congresswoman. Larry Zimpleman, Chairman, President and CEO, Principal Financial Group Moderator: Joel Kurtzman, Senior Fellow and Executive Director, Milken Institute Senior Fellows Program; Publisher, Milken Institute Review. The world is changing rapidly - that's the only constant. What's different about how it's changing now? Europe is still mired in a debt crisis and economic slump. But the worst didn't happen and the euro zone is intact. China did slow down, but avoided the hard landing that many feared. And while the U.S. still faces mountains of debt, the economy is growing again and companies are hiring. On the other hand, North Korea threatened a nuclear attack on the U.S. and fired shells into the ocean near South Korea. A bloody civil war persists in Syria, while Egypt and much of the Arab world lurch to (and from) democracy. All the while, fears of energy scarcity are being replaced by visions of abundance. This panel will examine this new world and the tensions that keep policymakers up at night.

Where Should the US Go Next with its Foreign Policy? A conversation about the direction of America's diplomatic and defense strategy. Speakers: Nicholas Burns, Jeffrey Goldberg, Robert Kagan, James Steinberg, Jane Harman

Representing the aerospace center of California during nine terms in Congress, Jane Harman served on all the major security committees: six years on Armed Services, eight years on Intelligence and four on Homeland Security. She has made numerous Congressional fact-finding missions to hotspots around the world including North Korea, Syria, Libya, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Yemen and Guantanamo Bay to assess threats against the U.S. Most recently, in her new role, she was in Tunisia and Egypt as an election monitor. The Honorable Jane Harman is a former member of Congress, and current President and CEO of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, DC. This luncheon format offers an opportunity to hear remarks from Ms. Harman on issues of national security, followed by a conversation including your questions and comments.

Nicole Sandler filled in for Randi Rhodes. Her guests included Congressman Joe Sestak, challenging Sen. Arlen Specter in Tuesday's PA primary!; Marcy Winograd, challenging Rep. Jane Harman in the CA primary 6/8; Alaska blogger/broadcaster Shannyn Moore on the BP and Exxon Valdez oil spill disasters. Note: John Fuglesang was on with Nicole in the first hour, but that segment is not on this podcast. Sorry!

Today on Grassroots Marketing we are joined by Joan Irvine, the Co-Founder & CEO of ResponsiTech. They have been at the forefront of online youth safety since 2002 for other industries and have demonstrated to governments that industry can indeed self-regulate as it relates to child protection. The parental filtering label was awarded the ASAE Associations Make a Better World in 2008. Responsitech has been recognized by Congresswoman Jane Harman and Cities of San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles. Additionally, they've been well-received at national and international conferences for our abilities to bring critical solutions to the cannabis industry with our technology, services, and expertise.