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Frank Gaffney is President of the Institute for the American Future, President and CEO of Save the Persecuted Christians, and host of “Securing America” on the Real America's Voice network. Gaffney formerly acted as an Assistant Secretary of Defense in the Reagan Pentagon. An Expanding Iron Curtain in Asia?

X: @USBPChief @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Chief Michael Banks, United States Border Patrol (USBP), Department of Homeland Security and Former Texas Border Czar as the Border Patrol celebrates its 101st anniversary. Our conversation focuses on America's borders and the efforts of the US Border Patrol in safeguarding the American people from terrorists and their weapons, drug smugglers, and the illegal entry of undocumented aliens. We also focus on sanctuary cities and states and the efforts of USBP and ICE to arrest and deport illegal alien criminals. The conversation also addresses the threats emanating from dangerous cartel groups smuggling illicit drugs and terrorists. We also delve into reports of the recent increase of interdiction of illicit drugs (including fentanyl), drug proceeds and weapons — as patrol agents are re-directed to focus on their primary responsibility, and instead of dealing with the mass invasion chaos of illegal aliens in the Biden-Harris era, to confronting the evil schemes of the cartels. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://summitleadersusa.com/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @USBPChief @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 6:00 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Pags breaks down the truth about public privacy—you don't have a reasonable expectation of it, and the left is trying to trick you otherwise. Plus, Chuck Schumer "shocks" no one by disagreeing with Trump in another media stunt. AND—Brigitte Gabriel, national security expert and Chairman of ACT for America, joins Pags for a powerful conversation about threats let in under Biden, how Trump's policies made America safer, and what you can do to fight back through legislation and grassroots action. This is the wake-up call America needs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grassroot Army Ep. 445 Join me as I sit down with Michigan State Senator Jonathan Lindsey to discuss Trump's tariffs, Sen. Rand Paul stance against them, and how we can secure America's Golden Age in 2026! We must unite to protect our economy and freedom!Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Follow us on X: @RepBost @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Congressman Mike Bost, Chairman, House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. In the 119th Congress, Rep. Mike Bost serves on two other key committees: Transportation & Infrastructure, and Agriculture. The conversation on America's Roundtable covers key topics focusing on addressing pressing policy issues impacting American citizens and the challenges emanating from abroad including the China threat which affects the United States and its allies: — Chairman Mike Bost's leadership role at the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. — Securing America's borders | Addressing the adverse impact of fentanyl on American lives and deporting illegal immigrants involved in acts of crime and violence. Chairman Bost speaks to sheriffs in the Midwest. — President Donald Trump's economic and security policies — efforts to advance free, fair and reciprocal trade. Chairman Bost provides his insights on the proposed tariffs presented by President Trump. — Chairman Bost re-introduced the Fighting Trade Cheats Act, legislation to hold China and other bad actors accountable for unfair trade practices that destroy American jobs. His bill takes aim at companies dumping foreign-made goods in U.S. markets by allowing U.S. manufacturers to sue foreign producers for customs fraud. The Fighting Trade Cheats Act will provide necessary updates to America's existing trade laws and the penalties in place for violating them. — The 80th anniversary of the end of WWII | Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8 and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day on August 15. — The 80th anniversary of the allies' initial crossing of the River Rhine at Remagen, Germany. The crucial role of America's enterprises during WWII in supporting US troops and the inspiring story of Correct Craft in building boats to cross the River Rhine, the last natural barrier to Berlin. This allowed US troops to advance rapidly — breaking open Germany's defenses and hastening the defeat of the Third Reich. National Geographic later dubbed Correct Craft's incredible work as “A Miracle Production.” Chairman Bost introduced legislation to increase access to care for veterans through the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) providers in the community. The Veterans' Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Service members (ACCESS) Act of 2025 would establish existing community care access standards as the baseline standard of care for veterans seeking care in the community, increase access to life-saving treatment programs for veterans with mental health conditions or addiction and expand the list of criteria VA is required to take into account when determining whether it is in a veteran's best medical interest to refer a veteran to the community to include veteran preference and continuity of care. Brief Bio Rep. Mike Bost is proud to represent the 34 counties of Illinois' 12th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Sworn into office on January 6, 2015, Mike is continuing the fight for our Southern Illinois' values in Washington – a fight he began in U.S. military, then as a first responder, a local job creator, and a state representative. In the 119th Congress, Rep. Bost serves on three key committees: Veterans' Affairs, Transportation & Infrastructure, and Agriculture. On the Veterans' Affairs Committee he serves as the Chairman. Prior to his election to Congress, Rep. Bost served for two decades in the Illinois House of Representatives, rising to the leadership position of House Republican Caucus Chair. Rep. Bost also served as a firefighter for the Murphysboro Fire Department. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps serving his country from 1979 to 1982. He was trained as an electronic specialist and radar repairman and received an honorable discharge as a Corporal E-4. In addition to his duties as a Member of Congress, Rep. Bost is very active in his church and community. Rep. Bost and his wife, Tracy, own and operate a small business – the White House Salon – in Murphysboro. For further details on Chairman Mike Bost's leadership initiatives in Congress, please visit: Congressman Mike Bost's Official Website (https://bost.house.gov/) https://bost.house.gov/ americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://summitleadersusa.com/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 X: @RepBost @americasrt1776 @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.11 E.20 Securing America's borders and enforcing our nation's immigration laws would require ongoing efforts and lots of resources. In this episode, I discuss some international and local aspects, pertaining to immigration enforcement and mass deportation.ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

Water security is a critical issue that affects every aspect of our lives, yet we take it for granted. In the US, regional factors make it costly and difficult to manage. Our guests, Kevin Westerling, Chief Editor, Water Online, Beth Powell, President FCS, and Kelly Macfarlane, HWM's President share their insights in this fascinating discussion. They share the challenges in water management and highlight the importance of public awareness, engagement and collaboration. They also explore the role of policy and investment and how Halma's technologies help conserve water and manage water systems more efficiently. Listen to the full episode and share it with a friend. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Find out more about Halma by following us on LinkedIn or at www.halma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Frank Gaffney, X: @frankgaffney. President, Institute for the American Future. Host of “Securing America's Future” on the Real America's Voice Network.  Co-founder Committee on the Present Danger: China, and of The Sovereignty Coalition, and Save the Persecuted Christians Coalition, and Working Group on Israel. Founder, Center for Security Policy.Follow Debbie Georgatos, America Can We Talk Show HostWebsite: http://americacanwetalk.orgTwitter: @DebbieCanWeTalkTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@AmericaCanWeTalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiecanwetalkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericaCanWeTalkRumble: https://rumble.com/user/AmericaCanWeTalkOBBM: https://www.obbmnetwork.tv/series/america-can-we-talk-207873America Can We Talk is a show with a mission — to speak up for the extraordinary and unique greatness of America. I talk about the top issues of the day facing America, often with insightful guests, always from the perspective of furthering that mission, and with the goal to inspire listeners to celebrate and embrace the liberty on which America was founded. #BecauseAmericaMatters

Richard Duncan  @RichardDuncanEconomics  explores the potential benefits of a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund, advocating for increased government investment in key industries like AI and biotechnology. Duncan argues this strategy could significantly boost economic growth, enhance national security by countering China's technological dominance, and generate substantial returns for the American public through strategic investments in promising companies. While acknowledging concerns about government intervention and potential for cronyism, Duncan proposes a model where the fund would primarily operate through private sector managers, minimizing direct government influence on investment decisions. He emphasizes the need for increased government investment in R&D to maintain U.S. competitiveness and address the growing wealth gap. #SovereignWealthFund #USEconomy #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #Technology #AI #Biotechnology #NationalSecurity #ChinaCompetition #GovernmentInvestment #R&D #EconomicPolicy #Macroeconomics #financialmarkets Subscribe to Richards MacroWatch newsletter today! https://richardduncaneconomics.com/product/macro-watch/     Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com  

In this episode, I am joined by Chad Wolf, former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security and Executive Director of the America First Policy Institute. Don't miss this timely conversation on the future of American security.

In this episode, I am joined by Chad Wolf, former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security and Executive Director of the America First Policy Institute. Don't miss this timely conversation on the future of American security.

The executive director of the Coalition for Reimagined Mobility, part of the Securing America's Future Energy think tank, breaks down new Commerce Department rules that keep Chinese and Russian software and hardware out of the connected-vehicle supply chain. Further, he discusses the state of America's competitiveness with China in commercializing new transportation technology at meaningful scale.

Mike hosts Nadia Schadlow, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy in the Trump administration and current Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and Co-Chair of the Hamilton Commission on Securing America's National Security Innovation Base, to discuss balance of power, national security strategy, overmatching, and risk

In an interview with Brian Kennedy, chairman of the Committee on the Present Danger: China, discusses the U.S. political landscape and national security, with a focus on China. Kennedy shares his background, influenced by his father's role in law enforcement, and his time at the Claremont Institute. He highlights the need for moral seriousness in American politics, especially against threats from communist regimes. The conversation touches on post-2020 election integrity issues, advocating for stronger electoral safeguards. Kennedy critiques U.S. foreign policy towards China, calling for a more aggressive stance on intellectual property and military expansion. Looking at the Biden-Trump election, he praises Trump's potential health policy appointments for transparency. Kennedy predicts a tough approach to China under Trump while stressing the importance of maintaining democratic integrity and unity to counter global threats. Connect with Brian...

In this episode of Celebrations Chatter, Jim sits down with Robert Silvers, Under Secretary for Policy at the Department of Homeland Security, for an insightful discussion on national security, cybersecurity, and public service. Robert shares his journey from practicing law to government service, including how he helped transform DHS's approach to cybersecurity under both the Obama and Biden administrations. The conversation explores the evolving landscape of cyber threats, the critical importance of public-private partnerships in defending against attacks, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping security challenges and solutions. Jim and Robert examine the intersection of innovation, security, and public service in today's rapidly changing world.   New podcast episodes released weekly on Thursday. Follow along with the links below: Sign up for the Celebrations Chatter Newsletter: https://celebrationschatter.beehiiv.com/    Subscribe to Celebrations Chatter on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@celebrationschatter  Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrationschatter/    Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@celebrationschatter  Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/celebrations-chatter-with-jim-mccann/id1616689192    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Yxfvb4qHGCwR5IgAmgCQX?si=ipuQC3-ATbKyqIk6RtPb-A    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzQwMzU0MS9yc3M?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwio9KT_xJuBAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQNg  Visit 1-800-Flowers.com: https://www.1800flowers.com/    Visit the 1-800-Flowers.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1800flowers  Follow Jim McCann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim1800flowers/  Follow Jim McCann on X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/jim1800flowers (@Jim1800Flowers)

This is Frank Gaffney with the Secure Freedom Minute. On this Thanksgiving, I am proud to introduce two men whose thankfulness is as inspiring as it is profound. Both Ross Mason and Ignacio Montoya suffered life-altering accidents, rendering them quadriplegics. Both exemplify indomitable spirits, overcoming incredible physical challenges and leading the way for others to do the same. Ross is a former triathlete and successful entrepreneur who, despite chronic health problems, has devoted his life to serving the Lord and an astonishing array of charitable causes. Ignacio, a refugee from Communist Cuba, was set to serve his adopted country as an Air Force pilot, but now is doing so by personally demonstrating how God's grace, concerted physical therapy and technology can help even severely injured people recover key functions. Meet – and be inspired by – these extraordinary patriots on our Thanksgiving edition of “Securing America” on the Real America's Voice network. This is Frank Gaffney.

Ross Mason, Founder of HINRI & Ignacio Montoya, Chief Scientific Officer and Executive Director of HINRI Labs We had a very special edition of Securing America with two extraordinary men, both quadriplegics who have in their own ways overcome huge adversity and thank God for their survival from horrific injuries and the lives that they have been able to live. subsequent to their injuries and what they're doing to improve the quality of life of countless others as a result of their courage, their faith, their perseverance and love.

Will the United States remain a Superpower in 2040? What are the most significant challenges facing the U.S.? What key reforms are necessary to secure a better future for this country? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dave Walker, former Comptroller General of the US and author of America […]

Will the United States remain a Superpower in 2040? What are the most significant challenges facing the U.S.? What key reforms are necessary to secure a better future for this country? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dave Walker, former Comptroller General of the US and author of America in 2040: Still a Superpower? A Pathway to Success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will the United States remain a Superpower in 2040? What are the most significant challenges facing the U.S.? What key reforms are necessary to secure a better future for this country? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dave Walker, former Comptroller General of the US and author of America in 2040: Still a Superpower? A Pathway to Success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dede Laugesen, Executive Director at Save The Persecuted Christians & Suzanne Grishman, Executive Director at Mercury One Inc. We had a special, hour-long edition of “Securing America”powerfully addressing with Dede Laugesen and Suzanne Grishman the huge magnitude of the problem of persecution of Christians, abroad and increasingly here - and what we can, and must, do about it.  

What if global adversaries like Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea are shaping America's future more than we realize? Join me, Jack Hopkins, as I welcome back the astute investigative journalist Dave Troy to dissect the escalating geopolitical tensions that threaten U.S. national security. Together, we shine a spotlight on the enigmatic influences of figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump and explore the persistent threats from these global powerhouses. With insights that peel back the layers of international intrigue, we urge listeners to grasp the gravity of these global maneuvers and the necessity of vigilance, regardless of who sits in the Oval Office.As the U.S. teeters on the brink of an economic meltdown, the potential fallout from the debt ceiling crisis looms large. Delve into the political machinations and economic implications of this impending disaster, as we dissect the role of influential players like Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and new congressional leadership. Could this crisis empower adversaries like Putin and Xi, further destabilizing global economies? Our discussion candidly assesses the urgent need for decisive leadership to prevent an economic catastrophe that could eclipse even the financial chaos wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic.Our conversation doesn't shy away from the dark specters of radicalization and civil instability, scenarios that could fracture the nation much like the January 6th Capitol riot. By examining potential secession movements and the allure of radical ideologies, we illuminate the strategic vulnerabilities threatening America from within. From the chilling prospects of a nuclear brinkmanship under Putin's regime to the destabilizing potential of crypto assets, this episode calls for urgent action to bolster democratic institutions. Tune in to this critical dialogue as we navigate the complex web of contemporary geopolitical threats and the pressing need to safeguard against them.Support the showThe Jack Hopkins Now Newsletter https://wwwJackHopkinsNow.com

What if the most critical battleground for the future of America isn't just political, but spiritual? In today's episode, Pastor Buck Schaffer emphasizes the crucial role of Pennsylvania in determining the outcome of the 2024 election. With powerful prayer, prophetic insights, and a call to unity, this episode challenges the body of Christ to rise up and make a difference. Learn how biblical truths and Christian leadership can influence America's future.

On today's Truth & Liberty Show, Janet Porter and Rick Scarborough discuss Practical ways to impact our Nation as well as other current events affecting our nation! Tune in Wednesday and Friday at 4:00 pm MT (6:00 ET) and get the answers you need to live in truth and freedom!!

Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Gary Peters (D-Michigan) have introduced the Securing America's Federal Equipment (SAFE) in Supply Chains Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to safeguard federal cybersecurity by mandating that electronic purchases be limited to original manufacturers or authorized resellers, addressing the increased risks of counterfeit products from unverified vendors. In another legislative move, Senators Joe Manchin (I-West Virginia) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) are spearheading the Department of Energy AI Act. The bill proposes to bolster the Department of Energy's science and security missions by integrating advanced artificial intelligence technologies. It calls for the establishment of several AI research and development centers across the national labs to foster cutting-edge AI research and secure deployment of AI technologies.

John Solomon and the Center for Securing America bring you a special report on the emergence of the World Health Organization, with focus on the upcoming vote to amend the WHO's treaty with the United State, which would have huge ramifications on the U.S. doctor-patient relationship with experts saying that the amendments will allow Chinese, UN bureaucrats to decide American treatment and guidelines. Expert panel include: U.S. Senator for Wisconsin Ron Johnson, former Congressman Michele Bachmann, South Carolina Congressman Ralph Norman, and Co-Founder, Sovereignty Coalition Frank Gaffney. To see the daily show, go to americasvoice.news each Monday through Friday at 6pm Eastern or watch any time at JustTheViews.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Granoff, managing partner at Maniv Mobility, discusses the future of mobility and transportation. Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/mikegranoff Edison Manufacturing Exchange: https://brandonbartneck.substack.com/publish/home https://www.linkedin.com/in/granoff/ https://www.maniv.com/ Takeaways Maniv Mobility invests in startups that focus on decarbonization and digitization of mobility and transportation. Evaluating founders is crucial, and the ability to adapt and find answers to challenges is a key criterion. Chinese EVs are taking over the global automotive industry, and China has the potential to dominate due to its expertise and government support. Investors should keep an eye on the raw materials for battery production as it may present future opportunities. Keywords mobility, transportation, decarbonization, digitization, startups, founders, Chinese EVs, automotive industry, raw materials, battery production Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Maniv Mobility 06:34 Defining Mobility and Access to Goods and Places 11:30 Investment Criteria and Evaluating Founders 31:55 Investing Decisions and Opportunities in the Raw Materials Market 44:31 Transition Riff.wav 44:37 Evolution in the Mobility Space 45:08 Building a Strong Founding Team and Culture 45:31 The Power of Being Nice but Firm 46:00 The Rise of Chinese Electric Vehicle Automakers 46:46 Conclusion Michael Granoff Bio Michael Granoff is founder and Managing Director of Maniv Mobility, a venture capital fund based in Tel Aviv that invests globally in startup companies at the intersection of transportation and technology. Founded in 2015, Maniv manages over $300 million, with an investor base that includes over 20 strategic investors including automakers, suppliers, and companies from related verticals. Maniv's portfolio includes over 30 startup companies spanning nine countries. Among the corporate boards on which Mr. Granoff sits are Hailo, a Tel Aviv-based developer of silicon chips for energy-efficient edge computing on-board vehicles; Revel, a New York-based provider of shared electric mopeds and Tesla-based rideshare; Harbinger Motors, a US-based manufacturer of electric mid-duty vehicles; and the Dubai-based Fenix, which provides shared electric scooters throughout the GCC. He is also a founding board member of the Washington, DC-based policy and advocacy group Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE) and the Israel-based Israel 2048. His past board roles have included that of electric car network developer Better Place. He has been involved in three US Presidential campaigns and has received several awards including Brandeis University's Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship. Mr. Granoff holds a B.A. from Tufts University, an MBA and JD from Kellogg, Northwestern University, has completed over 25 marathons and is a father of four. About Maniv Maniv is a global early stage venture capital fund investing into technology startups digitizing and decarbonizing mobility and transportation. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. Edison Manufacturing and Engineering: Edison is your low volume contract manufacturing partner, focused on assembly of complex mobility and energy products that don't neatly fit within traditional high-volume production methods.

Nadia Schadlow is an American academic and defense-related government officer who briefly served in 2018 as Assistant to the President and Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy in the Trump Administration. She is the primary author of the 2017 National Security Strategy. She is currently a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and a co-chair of the Hamilton Commission on Securing America's National Security Innovation Base. She conducts research and analysis on a range of issues at the intersection of strategy, national security, and technology. She writes on topics that include the vulnerabilities of US supply chains in areas such as advanced batteries and energetic materials; the relationship between climate and defense policy; and the disconnects between strategy and operational policies.

Welcome to another special edition of Transit Unplugged featuring an episode from another transit podcast. This time we welcome past guest Brandon Bartneck with an episode from The Future of Mobility featuring autonomous vehicle visionary Larry Burns. The episode was released in August 2023. The original show notes are below:Aug 2023 https://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/larryburns2/Larry Burns is a pioneer in the electrified and automated vehicle space, highly successful industry veteran, and author of Autonomy: The Quest to Build the Driverless Car – And How It Will Reshape Our World. Larry joins the Future of Mobility podcast for a second time, previously appearing on Episode 93: https://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/larryburns/Key topics in this conversation include:The true objective for transportation, and why we buy carsWhy accessibility trumps speedThe need to get the crash out of the system and get the mass out of the systemWhat automakers have missed over the past few decadesHow we can create a safer transportation ecosystemWhy Larry is so optimistic about the futureListen here:Apple Podcasts: linkGoogle Podcasts: linkSpotify: linkLinks:Larry's website: https://www.lawrencedburns.org/Autonomy book: https://www.amazon.com/Autonomy-Quest-Driverless-Car-Reshape/dp/0062661124Larry's Bio:Larry Burns advises organizations on the future of mobility, logistics, manufacturing, energy and innovation. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Niron Magnetics. His current clients include Kitson & Partners, Nanoramic Laboratories, Neural Propulsion Systems and Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE).Larry served as General Motors Corporate Vice President of Research & Development and Planning from 1998-2009. After leaving GM, Larry has been a Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan, the Director of the Program for Sustainable Mobility at Columbia University, a consultant to Google Self-Driving Cars/Waymo and an advisor to several major companies.Larry is the author of Autonomy: The Quest to Build the Driverless Car—And How It Will Reshape Our World (with Christopher Shulgan and published by Ecco / HarperCollins on August 28, 2018).Future of Mobility:The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields.linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/

Attack Warnings Are Everywhere Says Former CIA Officer and 5 X/Twitter Clips. Attack Warnings Are Everywhere Says Former CIA Officer  The Ben Armstrong Show  Feb 13 2024   Other Episodes There are signs of a surprise attack everywhere, yet they seem to be completely ignored. Watch the video for more. Video Sources: 1. AmericasVoice.news – Warnings Are Everywhere – Frank Gaffney is joined by Sam Faddis Pt. 1 – Securing America with Frank Gaffney 02-12-24 2. AmericasVoice.news – Frank Gaffney is joined by Sam Faddis Pt. 1 – on what Chris Ray said 3. AmericasVoice.news – Frank Gaffney is joined by Sam Faddis Pt. 2 – Joe and Hunter selling out America to China 4. AmericasVoice.news – Frank Gaffney is joined by Sam Faddis Pt. 2 – We have no southern border 5. 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This episode is sponsored by Lockton, click here to learn moreWatch the full video on YouTube - click hereMeet Larry Burns, a leading voice in the world of mobility. From serving as Corporate VP of R&D for General Motors to consulting for tech companies like Waymo, Larry bridges the gap between legacy OEM and tech-startup worlds. During this episode of the Automotive Leaders podcast, Larry addresses critical questions about the EV startup DNA, what enables its success, and the challenges traditional automotive culture poses. He revealed why traditional OEMs struggled with EV innovation and discussed how leadership played into the success of tech companies like BYD and Tesla in the EV market. He highlights the need for empowerment and a culture that embraces failure as a learning opportunity.Discussing the kind of leadership the auto industry needs, Larry advocates for the "power of and," suggesting that effective leadership encompasses multiple traits rather than a single characteristic, emphasizing empathy, teamwork, and setting the proper examples in leadership behavior.Furthermore, Larry highlights the evolving nature of leadership in today's world, where personal and professional lives are intertwined. He stresses maintaining personal values while balancing work and family life.As the podcast wrapped up, Larry said that moving from ICE to BEV marks only the beginning. He stressed how technology is reshaping travel habits and urged leaders to adapt. Larry emphasized how crucial it is for companies to grasp these changes in mobility and encouraged them to grab onto the new tech opportunities coming their way.Themes discussed in this episode:The importance of authentic leadership traits in fostering innovative learning environments.Challenges in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, especially in demanding industries.The transition from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)The success of EV startups and their unique approach to technology.The impact of traditional automotive culture on hindering innovation.The transformative potential of communication and information technology in shaping the future of mobility.Difference between traditional OEM and EV startupsFeatured: Larry Burns What he does: Larry is a prominent advisor in mobility, logistics, manufacturing, energy, and innovation. With a distinguished background as General Motors' Corporate Vice President of Research & Development and Planning, Larry now consults for various organizations, including Kitson & Partners, Niron Magnetics, and Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). His expertise lies in autonomous electric vehicles and their transformative impact on transportation services, a topic he explores in his book “Autonomy: The Quest to Build the Driverless Car―And How It Will Reshape Our World.”On leadership: “There's not one magic pill a person can take to be a great leader. You must be very sensitive to the people you're leading. If you don't set the right examples in your behavior, whether it's integrity or treating people with dignity and respect, if you overreact to someone who had a...

In this episode, Sebastian Gorka and Robert Wilkie, the former U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary, discuss the disappearance of Secretary Lloyd Austin and its implications for national security. Wilkie also addresses the ideological challenges within the military and the importance of restoring a sense of professionalism and readiness.

Dr. Nadia Schadlow previously served as the U.S. national security advisor for strategy, and she led the drafting and publication of the 2017 National Security Strategy (and in record time). She shares what it was like to formulate such a strategy while in the Trump White House and while her predecessors rejected much of it, she shares one Strategy “core which is very, very important” reiterated by the Biden administration.She expands on her sentiment in the Wall Street Journal that the uptick in global chaos is a direct consequence of U.S. failure to deter Russia, Iran, and China; why advancing some of Biden's “aggressive domestic agenda” actually harms U.S. interests abroad; how America's inability to defend its territorial integrity at its southern border has direct international security implications, including emboldening the likes of the Chinese Communist Party and the Houthis; and why it is notinconsistent to care about both the sovereignty of Ukraine and that of the U.S. southern border.Dr. Schadlow explains how Americans have benefitted from the world order they helped build and lead and the vitality of maintaining such order; the harm in continuing to empower fundamentally corrupt international organizations like the Red Cross and UN Human Rights Council; and why a 20-year investigation of an “existential threat” is an oxymoron and we should demand better outcomes for our tax-dollars.She and Cliff also discuss whether there's value in the “Cold War 2.0” analogy — and why Dr. Schadlow says there's one major and critical difference when it comes to China; why U.S. posture with the Houthis appears to be only defensive and not offensive; the Obama doctrine of mollifying Iran's rulers and thinking they'd “share the neighborhood” — a strategic doctrine that Cliff points out is “less Clausewitz and more Mr. Rogers,” and more.DR. NADIA SCHADLOWNadia Schadlow was the U.S. national security advisor for strategy in the Trump administration. In that capacity, she led the drafting and publication of the 2017 National Security Strategy of the United States.She has also served in the Defense Department and with the Smith Richardson Foundation, identifying strategic issues that warranted further attention from the American policy community.She is currently a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and a co-chair of the Hamilton Commission on Securing America's National Security Innovation Base, and she conducts research and analysis on a range of issues at the intersection of strategy, national security, and technology.She is the author of War and the Art of Governance: Consolidating Combat Success into Political Victory.

Dr. Nadia Schadlow previously served as the U.S. national security advisor for strategy, and she led the drafting and publication of the 2017 National Security Strategy (and in record time). She shares what it was like to formulate such a strategy while in the Trump White House and while her predecessors rejected much of it, she shares one Strategy “core which is very, very important” reiterated by the Biden administration.She expands on her sentiment in the Wall Street Journal that the uptick in global chaos is a direct consequence of U.S. failure to deter Russia, Iran, and China; why advancing some of Biden's “aggressive domestic agenda” actually harms U.S. interests abroad; how America's inability to defend its territorial integrity at its southern border has direct international security implications, including emboldening the likes of the Chinese Communist Party and the Houthis; and why it is notinconsistent to care about both the sovereignty of Ukraine and that of the U.S. southern border.Dr. Schadlow explains how Americans have benefitted from the world order they helped build and lead and the vitality of maintaining such order; the harm in continuing to empower fundamentally corrupt international organizations like the Red Cross and UN Human Rights Council; and why a 20-year investigation of an “existential threat” is an oxymoron and we should demand better outcomes for our tax-dollars.She and Cliff also discuss whether there's value in the “Cold War 2.0” analogy — and why Dr. Schadlow says there's one major and critical difference when it comes to China; why U.S. posture with the Houthis appears to be only defensive and not offensive; the Obama doctrine of mollifying Iran's rulers and thinking they'd “share the neighborhood” — a strategic doctrine that Cliff points out is “less Clausewitz and more Mr. Rogers,” and more.DR. NADIA SCHADLOWNadia Schadlow was the U.S. national security advisor for strategy in the Trump administration. In that capacity, she led the drafting and publication of the 2017 National Security Strategy of the United States.She has also served in the Defense Department and with the Smith Richardson Foundation, identifying strategic issues that warranted further attention from the American policy community.She is currently a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and a co-chair of the Hamilton Commission on Securing America's National Security Innovation Base, and she conducts research and analysis on a range of issues at the intersection of strategy, national security, and technology.She is the author of War and the Art of Governance: Consolidating Combat Success into Political Victory.

In this episode of Life Science Success, we are talking about Securing America's Pharmaceutical Supply with David Sanders and Tony Paquin.  We are going to discuss derisking the supply chain and building resilience.   Don, is joined by guests, David Sanders and Tony Paquin. They discuss the importance and challenges of securing America's medical supply chain. David introduces himself as the Vice President of Government Affairs at Coherence Biosciences and Executive Director at Securing America's Medicine and Supply, and Tony as the CEO and co-founder of iRemedy Healthcare, an AI-driven supply chain platform. They delve into the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on these supply chains, their effort in repatriating pharmaceutical supply and manufacturing back in America, and the role of innovation in overcoming the costs and barriers involved. Tony also mentioned his book, "The End of Us," which talks about this same issue.

The director of the Autonomous Vehicles Initiative at thinktank Securing America's Future Energy outlines findings of a new case study that shows how electric AVs could dramatically reduce air and noise pollution in San Francisco.

China is the single most formidable strategic threat the United States has ever faced. It alone has the potential to replace the United States as the world's hegemon. China is not a typical foreign adversary on another shore, gathering behind its army, aggressive, thinking about land warfare, even nuclear warfare. This is an enemy that's permeated the United States, it's infiltrated into our culture and China's strategy of “elite capture” is working. A lot of the leadership class in America seems to be in the pocket of the Chinese. Deng Xiaoping, probably the greatest strategist of the 20th century, determined that China was not going to be vulnerable the way the Soviets were and that he was going to enter the world's economic and governance ecosystems with prodigious assistance from the West. He was going to make partners with Wall Street, the Chamber of Commerce and of the Democrat, and in time the Republican, parties and the fear today is that he has succeeded.  Joining The Bill Walton Show in this episode to discuss the China Threat are:  Frank J. Gaffney, Jr. is the founder and executive chairman of the Center for Security Policy. He's coauthor of The Indictment: Prosecuting the Chinese Communist Party, vice chairman of the Committee on the Present Danger: China and the host of Securing America with Frank Gaffney on the Real America's Voice Network, and Bradley A. Thayer is Director of China Policy at the Center for Security Policy and the coauthor of Understanding the China Threat and How China Sees the World:  Han-Centrism and the Balance of Power in International Politics. Together Frank and Brad have a profound and clear eyed assessment of China's history, its strengths and weaknesses, and its intentions on the world stage today.  Whether the United States can maintain its position as the preeminent force for free and open societies in the face of the China Threat is the defining element of international politics in the 21st-century. After listening to this episode, you will understand China in an entirely new way. 

Nadia Schadlow joins Arsenal of Democracy to discuss the intersection of national security, supply chains, and critical technologies. The principal author of the Trump administration's 2017 National Security Strategy, Nadia discusses key considerations in formulating strategy, the United States' technological competition with China, how the US government can solve problems, and specific technologies of importance to US national security.Read Nadia's essay, “The Forgotten Element of Strategy.”Read Nadia's report on energetic materials.Nadia Schadlow is a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and co-chair of the Hamilton Commission on Securing America's National Security Innovation Base.

Larry Burns is a pioneer in the electrified and automated vehicle space, highly successful industry veteran, and author of Autonomy: The Quest to Build the Driverless Car – And How It Will Reshape Our World. Larry joins the Future of Mobility podcast for a second time, previously appearing on Episode 93: https://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/larryburns/ Key topics in this conversation include: The true objective for transportation, and why we buy cars Why accessibility trumps speed The need to get the crash out of the system and get the mass out of the system What automakers have missed over the past few decades How we can create a safer transportation ecosystem Why Larry is so optimistic about the future Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/larryburns2 Larry's website: https://www.lawrencedburns.org/ Autonomy book: https://www.amazon.com/Autonomy-Quest-Driverless-Car-Reshape/dp/0062661124 Larry's Bio: Larry Burns advises organizations on the future of mobility, logistics, manufacturing, energy and innovation. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Niron Magnetics. His current clients include Kitson & Partners, Nanoramic Laboratories, Neural Propulsion Systems and Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). Larry served as General Motors Corporate Vice President of Research & Development and Planning from 1998-2009. After leaving GM, Larry has been a Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan, the Director of the Program for Sustainable Mobility at Columbia University, a consultant to Google Self-Driving Cars/Waymo and an advisor to several major companies. Larry is the author of Autonomy: The Quest to Build the Driverless Car—And How It Will Reshape Our World (with Christopher Shulgan and published by Ecco / HarperCollins on August 28, 2018). Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/

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Critical minerals are non-fuel minerals or mineral materials essential to the economic or national security of the U.S. They have no viable substitutes yet face a high risk of supply chain disruption. Critical minerals are used for many different purposes, including the production of advanced electronics, weapons systems, manufacturing equipment, and cutting-edge medical devices. They are indispensable for the transition to low-carbon energy sources. Last year, the U.S. Secretary of the Interior, with the aid of the U.S. Geological Survey, published a list of 50 critical minerals. China dominates global critical mineral supply chains, accounting for approximately 60% of world-wide production and 85% of processing capacity. However, the U.S. and several European countries are taking steps to build out their own ability to mine, process, and manufacture critical minerals. To discuss the implications of China's role in critical mineral supply chains and the responses of the U.S. and its partners, host Bonnie Glaser is joined by Abigail Wulf, vice president and director of the Ambassador Alfred Hoffman Jr. Center for Critical Minerals Strategy at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE), a non-profit advancing transformative transportation technology to enhance energy security. Time Stamps[01:51] Vulnerabilities and Risks of Overdependence [07:07] Development of a Domestic Mining Industry [12:42] Environmental Hazards of Processing Raw Minerals [18:30] Impact of Export Controls on Gallium and Germanium[22:53] Diversifying Sources of Rare Earth Imports[26:38] The Critical Raw Materials Act[29:58] The Mineral Security Partnership

This week Rodney is joined by Securing America host Frank Gaffney discussing the threat of China.

Over three decades ago the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party began in earnest to develop and execute a strategy to bring about what its now President Xi Jinping calls “global governance, directed and enforced from Beijing.” Determined to avoid the fate of the Soviet Union's defeat in the Cold War by the United States, then President Deng is said to have declared to the Party that “a new Cold War has now begun between the United States and China, and China will win."  Thus began a comprehensive plan of “unrestricted warfare” that came to be known colloquially as the Hide and Bide strategy … “Hide your capacities, bide your time."  It was designed to assure that China become so integrated with the United States' open economy and society (e.g. through “elite capture”) that the US would be strategically vulnerable. In this, the CCP has wildly succeeded, and now the United States finds itself back on its heels against an openly aggressive China and its intention to replace the United States as the preeminent power not only in Asia but around the globe.  The US needs its own plan of action. My guest on this episode, Frank J. Gaffney has done just that in his recent book, an across the board plan that addresses the many fronts to be fought on against China's “unrestricted  warfare”. “The Indictment: Prosecuting the Chinese Communist Party & Friends for Crimes against America, China, and the World.” The book represents the fruits of a comprehensive effort to develop and champion a vigorous response to the China challenge. It draws upon a comprehensive program of some seventy webinars conducted by the Committee on the Present Danger: China addressing:  1) the CCP's decades-long self-described “Unrestricted Warfare” against America; and 2) the role America's elites have played in helping the Chinese Communists win. “It identifies nine “criminal charges” that can be brought and prosecuted, at least in the court of public opinion, against the Chinese Communist Party and its American enablers.”  “The Indictment also enumerates twenty specific actions that are intended to inspire and equip congressional investigators, patriotic executive branch officials, journalists, and the public at large to review these charges and recommended actions bring to justice and take down the Chinese Communist Party for its horrific criminal conduct—past, present, and that which is in the works—against its own people and countless others, including ours.” Frank J. Gaffney is the founder and executive chairman of the Center for Security Policy, a non-partisan organization that champions “peace through strength.” He is the vice chairman of the Committee on the Present Danger: China and the host of Securing America with Frank Gaffney, a daily television program on the Real America's Voice Network. Listen in for some of highlights from Frank's book and to learn what's at stake in what must now be our own “unrestricted war” with China. 

“Overwhelming evidence suggests that federal agencies – led by among others, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), buoyed by senior executive branch officials and lawmakers, colluding with Big Tech, and a coterie of often government-coordinated and government-funded “counter-disinformation” organizations, have imposed nothing less than a mass public-private censorship regime on the American people.” Explains Ben Weingarten, one of America's leading investigative journalists, at a recent Homeland Security Oversight hearing.  As you'll learn in this episode, the evidence is overwhelming.  Ben Weingarten is editor-at-large for RealClearInvestigations, contributor to the Federalist, Newsweek, New York Post, Epoch Times and author of the alarming book American Ingrate: Ilhan Omar and the Progressive-Islamist Takeover of the Democratic Party. Joining me as co-host is Frank Gaffney, host of “Securing America with Frank Gaffney” on Real America's Voice and the founder of the Center for Security Policy. “CISA is a microcosm of a federal government censorship regime, and by proxy through social media platforms, that runs from merely shadow banning or flagging tweets and Facebook messages, all the way up to de-platforming and debunking people and even more alarming, actually throwing dissenters in jail for their views,” explains Ben. “It's rooted in an ideology which says that speech that the authorities don't like constitutes a "threat" to our democracy that is then used as a justification to engage in a slew of acts that I think most Americans would say violate their most essential civil liberties.” Some of what we talk about in this episode:  The mission creep within our national security agencies which are increasingly turning from targeting foreign jihadists and instead to “domestic wrong thinkers” as America's preeminent threat. How Obama's DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson expanded its mandate to protect America's infrastructure to include “election infrastructure” as critical infrastructure which then became part of CISA's charge when it was established in 2018.  Current CISA director Jen Easterly has now declared that the American mind is a “cognitive infrastructure”which means they're now targeting not only what we say but what we think. “CISA's tasks are to defend our most critical infrastructures and our most critical infrastructure is cognitive infrastructure … the American mind,” she asserts.  CISA's convening and coordinating meetings between national security and law enforcement agencies, and technology companies including Facebook, Meta, Google, Twitter, Reddit, Microsoft, Verizon, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Wikimedia Foundation, etc   CISA's “Switchboarding” reports of purported misinformation and disinformation from state and local authorities and then forwarding reports of offending content to social media platforms for censorship.  How the rosters of the censorship "trust and safety integrity” teams at Meta, Twitter and others are filled with former CIA officials, FBI officials, DOD officials, etc DHS targeted list of “inaccurate information” includes “the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, racial justice, U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the nature of U.S. support to Ukraine.” CISA's previous Director Christopher Krebs claimed the 2020 election was the most above board cleanest election, most secure election in American history.  But at the same time worked to censor “wrong think” about mail-in balloting and changes to election rules and policies, sometimes while they were still being debated.  The CISA agenda is aimed at not only what people say, but what they will refrain from saying in public, or in private. “How much speech will never be out there for people to grapple with and consider because no one wants to go through the ordeal of potentially being broken by expressing wrong things,” worries Ben.  “The entire basis of our system rests on free inquiry, free speech, free thought, freedom to listen. Otherwise, you have tyranny.” This is a heart-of-the-matter issue for America and there's a lot packed into this episode about our alarming “security state.” Definitely worth your time to listen and learn.

First Right welcomes Frank Gaffney, foreign policy expert and former Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Policy for President Reagan. Frank is here to share truth about America's greatest threat: The Chinese Communist Party. With the help of the elites, the CCP is weakening our military, taking down our energy sector, installing cultural Marxism, and destroying our constitutional rights. Can this unrestricted warfare against our country be stopped? Listen now to learn more! Order Frank Gaffney's book The Indictment here (https://www.amazon.com/Indictment-Prosecuting-Chinese-Communist-Friends/dp/164821004X) and tune into his show Securing America here (https://www.securingamerica.tv/). Want daily news without the liberal slant? Subscribe to First Right here (https://www.restorationofamerica.com/first-right/)

Frank Gaffney is the Executive Chairman and Founder of Center for Security Policy. The Center for Security Policy is a not-for-profit, non-partisan educational corporation established in 1988. Under Mr. Gaffney's leadership, the Center has been nationally and internationally recognized as a resource for timely, informed and penetrating analyses of foreign and defense policy matters. Mr. Gaffney hosts Securing America on Real America's Voice, an hour-long, national program that airs every weeknight, available on all platforms carrying Real America's Voice. His daily “Secure Freedom Minute” commentaries are heard on 200 stations. His latest book is “The Indictment: Prosecuting the Chinese Communist Party & Friends for Crimes against America, China and the World”. Frank Gaffney joins Mike at the National Religious Broadcasters convention to discuss all the foreign and domestic threats America faces currently and more! Go to theindictmentbook.com to get his new book!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frank Gaffney is the Executive Chairman and Founder of Center for Security Policy. The Center for Security Policy is a not-for-profit, non-partisan educational corporation established in 1988. Under Mr. Gaffney's leadership, the Center has been nationally and internationally recognized as a resource for timely, informed and penetrating analyses of foreign and defense policy matters. Mr. Gaffney hosts Securing America on Real America's Voice, an hour-long, national program that airs every weeknight, available on all platforms carrying Real America's Voice. His daily “Secure Freedom Minute” commentaries are heard on 200 stations. His latest book is “The Indictment: Prosecuting the Chinese Communist Party & Friends for Crimes against America, China and the World”. Frank Gaffney joins Mike at the National Religious Broadcasters convention to discuss all the foreign and domestic threats America faces currently and more! Go to theindictmentbook.com to get his new book!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Public transit is a vital part of everyday life for communities across the country, providing millions of Americans with access to jobs, health care, groceries, education, and other essentials. Transit is the backbone of the mobility ecosystem for many urbanized areas, and is a transportation lifeline in communities across the country—yet 45% of Americans do not have access to transit. Innovative public-private partnerships are beginning to reveal a range of use cases where autonomous vehicles (AVs) can augment existing transit networks.In recent years, transit agencies and AV developers have collaborated on pilot projects to explore how AVs can enhance mobility options for transit users. Incorporating AVs into public transit can help to connect riders to more transit routes and destinations with right-sized vehicles that can increase efficiency. In order to maximize the benefits of autonomy, we must also consider how to effectively introduce AVs alongside existing mobility options, prioritize accessibility for people with disabilities and older adults, and educate riders on how to interact with these new services.Panelists:Allanté Whitmore, Director, Autonomous Vehicle Initiative, Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE)Daisy Wall, Director of Government Business, May Mobility

• Getting to know Entrepreneur, and United States Marine Corps Veteran Clement E. Johnson Jr.• Discuss his company ClemNet.• Operational Technology Networks• The industries and customers he works withClement's company ClemNet works with business, federal, state, and local governments.  ClemNet specializes in operational technology (OT) networks cybersecurity and services. This is the infrastructure that secures our Nation's Internet of Things (IoT) and energy grid.  Clement is a thought leader in automated information systems and knowledge management.His company ClemNet offers operational technology networks built to eliminate global threats.  The mission is to help Engineers deliver high-availability networks.  His products' hosted management layer turns operational applications, machines, and their users into a controlled OT network.  This enables management and access control to operational systems from a single point. Clement served 24 years on active duty in the Marine Corps as a field artillery operation chief. He retired at the rank of E8 Master Sergeant.  As a Marine Clement was instrumental in the development of automated fire support targeting, networks, and fire support system development.  Clement was a fire support systems instructor for the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF).  He remains the only artilleryman to attend the Joint Automated Intelligence course in Dam Neck VA.  He integrated automated fire support in both gulf wars and across our nation in every combatant command.  Website: https://clemtechllc.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EL PASO, Texas - The new chairman of the Texas Border Coalition has explained his immediate goal for the organization.El Paso County Commissioner David Stout said the goal is to secure passage of immigration and border management legislation in the lame duck session of Congress. Stout said the legislative measures TBC wants Congress to pass are contained in a new white paper just published by the group.Stout said the recommendations are limited to legislation that has more than a 50 percent chance of being enacted this year. That means no immediate push for comprehensive immigration reform, even the the group supports it. The recommendations include passing the Dream Act, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, and the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act; legislation to recapture thousands of unissued Green Cards and allow them to be reallocated for current use; and funding the Emergency Food and Shelter program operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to assure that local governments and non-governmental organizations can carry on programs to address the needs of migrants entering the U.S.As for border management proposals, TBC urges Congress to pass the Bipartisan Border Solutions Act and the Securing America's Ports of Entry Act.Stout was appointed chair of TBC at the group's annual meeting in San Antonio earlier this month. This was also the meeting where the white paper was unveiled. Stout gave an exclusive interview to the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service soon after becoming chair of TBC. This podcast contains the interview.To read the new stories and watch the news videos of the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service go to www.riograndeguardian.com.

The Inflation Reduction Act is a new law designed to hasten the United States' energy transition (and do nothing about inflation). In the last episode before the midterm election, learn about the energy path the Democratic Party has plotted for us and learn how this new law can possibly save you tens of thousands of dollars. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via PayPal Support Congressional Dish via Patreon (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North, Number 4576, Crestview, FL 32536. Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! View the show notes on our website at https://congressionaldish.com/cd261-inflation-reduction-act Jen Podcast Appearances EP 63 Honest Government Analyst Jennifer Briney talks Privilege, White House & Hotels. The Living Numbers Podcast with Tony Rambles. Disaster - Jennifer Briney. A Word with Tom Merritt. Background Sources Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes CD259: CHIPS: A State Subsidization of Industry CD250: Congress Saves the Postal Service CD246: BIF: Appalachian Chemical Storage CD240: BIF The Infrastructure BILL CD218: Minerals are the New Oil CD205: Nuclear Waste Storage CD146: Repeal & Replace CD048: The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) Tax Credits and Refunds Home Energy Efficiency Tax Credits “Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Home Improvements.” eFile. Rocky Mengle. Sept 16, 2022. “Save More on Green Home Improvements Under the Inflation Reduction Act.” Kiplinger. “Federal Income Tax Credits and Other Incentives for Energy Efficiency.” Updated Aug 18, 2022. Energy Star. Electric Appliance Rebates “Quick Facts: United States.” U.S. Census Bureau. Electric Car Tax Credit 26 U.S. Code § 30D - Clean vehicle credit. Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute. Alternative Fuels Data Center. “Electric Vehicles with Final Assembly in North America.” U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Kelley R. Taylor. Oct 18, 2022. “EV Tax Credits Are Changing: What's Ahead.” Kiplinger. Greg Iacurci. Oct 15, 2022. “The 'bummer' of the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit: Its full value may be hard to get.” CNBC. John Bozzella. Aug 5, 2022. “What If No EVs Qualify for the EV Tax Credit? It Could Happen.” Alliance for Automotive Innovation. John Bogna. Jun 22, 2022. “Hydrogen-Powered Cars: Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles Explained.” PCMag. U.S. Geological Survey. “Mineral Commodity Summaries 2021.” U.S. Department of the Interior. “OFAC Sanctioned Countries.” Princeton University Research & Project Administration. Alternative Fuel vehicle refueling property credit Kelley R. Taylor. Sept 14, 2022. “The Federal Tax Credit for Electric Vehicle Chargers is Back.” Kiplinger. 26 U.S. Code § 30C - Alternative fuel vehicle refueling property credit. Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute. Hydrogen Catherine Clifford. Sep 8, 2022. “The clean hydrogen energy economy was a dream. The climate bill could make it a reality this decade.” CNBC. Emma Ochu et al. Jun 17, 2021. “Hydrogen Fact Sheet: Production of Low-Carbon Hydrogen.” Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs, Center on Global Energy Policy. “Lisa Murkowski.” Open Secrets. Jay Bartlett and Alan Krupnick. December 2020. “Decarbonized Hydrogen in the US Power and Industrial Sectors: Identifying and Incentivizing Opportunities to Lower Emissions.” Resources for the Future. 24/7 Wall St. Feb 16, 2020. “How Many Gas Stations Are In U.S.? How Many Will There Be In 10 Years?” Market Watch. Health Care “The Inflation Reduction Act Lowers Health Care Costs for Millions of Americans.” Oct 5, 2022. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. “Inflation Reduction Act: CMS Implementation Timeline.” 2022. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Carbon Capture Angela C. Jones and Ashley J. Lawson. Oct 5, 2022. “Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) in the United States.” Congressional Research Service. Emily Pontecorvo. Aug 22, 2022. “Will the Inflation Reduction Act jumpstart carbon capture?” Grist. “Global Status of CCS 2021.” 2021. Global CCS Institute. “Carbon capture and storage could also impact air pollution.” Nov 17, 2011. European Environment Agency. Offshore Wind Leases Abby Husselbee and Hannah Oakes. Aug 25, 2022. “The IRA Offshore Energy Leasing Provisions' Potential Impacts.” Harvard University Environmental & Energy Law Program. “Memorandum on the Withdrawal of Certain Areas of the United States Outer Continental Shelf from Leasing Disposition.” Sept 8, 2020. The White House. Fossil Fuels David Jordan. Oct 6, 2022. “Interior moves forward with oil and gas drill site leasing.” Roll Call. “Inflation Reduction Act Fossil Fuel Provisions.” Aug 18, 2022. Enersection. 30 U.S. Code § 226 - Lease of oil and gas lands. Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute. The Associated Press. Apr 16, 2022. “Biden increases oil royalty rate and scales back lease sales on federal lands.” NPR. Taxes Kelley R. Taylor. Oct 10, 2022. “The Inflation Reduction Act and Taxes: What You Should Know.” Kiplinger. “Inflation Reduction Act includes 15% corporate minimum tax on book income.” August 16, 2022. EY. Jacob Bogage. Aug 12, 2022. “The new Wall Street tax key to Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act.” The Washington Post. Peter Warren. Aug 11, 2022. “‘Inflation Reduction Act' Holds the SALT.” Empire Center. “Lobbying: Intuit Inc.” Open Secrets. “CBO Cost Estimate: H.R. 1 - the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.” November 13, 2017. Congressional Budget Office. The Law H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 “Summary: Estimated Budgetary Effects of H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.” Revised August 5, 2022. Congressional Budget Office. Audio Sources Full Committee Hearing On Opportunities and Challenges in Deploying Innovative Battery and Non-Battery Technologies for Energy Storage September 22, 2022 Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Witnesses: Tim Hemstreet, Managing Director for Renewable Energy Development, PacifiCorp Spencer Nelson, Managing Director, Research and New Initiatives, ClearPath Ted Wiley, President and Chief Operating Officer, Form Energy 19:19 Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV): When it comes to storage, there has rightly been a focus on the supply chain, particularly for lithium ion batteries that power electric vehicles and phones in our pockets and many other modern technologies. While we have benefited from the use of this important battery chemistry, the fact that China is responsible for 75% of global lithium ion battery production, including 60% of the world's cathode production and 80% of the world's anode production, should give everyone pause. That is why I was proud to champion Inflation Reduction Act which incentivized the onshoring of the entire battery supply chain, from the production and processing of raw materials, to the battery pack assembly and everything in between. Full Committee Hearing On Domestic Critical Mineral Supply Chains March 31, 2022 Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Witnesses: Dr. Steve Fortier, Director, USGS National Minerals Information Center, U.S. Department of the Interior Scott Melbye, President, Uranium Producers of America Julie Padilla, Chief Regulatory Officer, Twin Metals Minnesota Abigail Wulf, Vice President, Critical Minerals Strategy and Director of the Center for Critical Minerals Strategy, Securing America's Future Energy Dr. Paul Ziemkiewicz, Director, West Virginia Water Research Institute, West Virginia University 24:14 Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV): It makes no sense to remain beholden to bad actors when we have abundant resources in manufacturing know-how here in the United States. And make no mistake, we are beholden, particularly when it comes to many of the minerals that go into clean energy technologies. That is why I've sounded the alarm about going down the path of EVs alone and advocated for equal treatment for hydrogen 45:08 Abigail Wulf: As things stand, without some significant course corrections on America's critical minerals enterprise, the leading automobile power won't be the United States. It will be China. Not because of superior design or technology, but because of their massive head start and established market power, if not utter dominance, in all aspects of the supply chain that powers these [electric] vehicles. But simply mining alone does not begin to address the fundamentals of America's mineral supply chain challenge. Where we are most lacking and where China is most dominant is in that crucial but largely hidden processing phase and midstream component production. We simply can't dig up a rock and stick it in a Tesla. You have to crush it, smelt it, and refine it into precursor material that has been sold to somebody else to turn it into battery guts, namely cathodes, anodes and electrolytes. Today, the United States has less than 4% of all minerals processing capacity and makes 0% of the world's cathodes and anodes. By contrast, China is the world's largest processor of copper, nickel, cobalt, lithium and rare earth elements, and they control 60% of anode production and 40% of global cathode production. Consider that in 2019, about 70% of the world's cobalt supply was mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but more than 70% of that cobalt was refined in or controlled by China. Full Committee Hearing On Clean Hydrogen February 2, 2022 Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Witnesses Dr. Sunita Satyapal, Director, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, Hydrogen Program Coordinator, U.S. Department of Energy Dr. Glen Richard Murrell, Executive Director, Wyoming Energy Authority Jonathan Lewis, Senior Counsel and Director of Transportation Decarbonization, Clean Air Task Force Michael J. Graff, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, American Air Liquide Holdings, Inc. Brian Hlavinka, Vice President, New Energy Ventures, Corporate Strategic Development, Williams 21:07 Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV): However, we have some challenges to tackle in order to build a clean hydrogen economy. Producing hydrogen without emissions is two to six times the cost of current production methods. Also, retrofitting end-use applications to use hydrogen as a feedstock, from chemical plants to cars and trucks, will take huge investments from both public and private sectors. This is the demand that we need to develop hydrogen markets that can sustain themselves. The other big challenge is the safe and efficient transport and storage of large volumes of hydrogen, given its physical properties. There's a lot of promising work being done in this space and will allow us to leverage our vast natural gas pipeline network to transport hydrogen to market. 22:00 Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV): That is why I made research, development, and demonstration of these technologies a central part of the Energy Infrastructure Act, which this committee reported with bipartisan support last year, and which was subsequently included in the recently enacted Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. In that bill, we fund $9.5 billion in research, development and demonstration of clean hydrogen, and we tasked the Department of Energy to develop a national strategy and a roadmap to get us to a clean hydrogen economy. 27:25 Sen. James Lankford (R-OK): I'm concerned that the conversation around green versus blue hydrogen will pit technologies against each other rather than working together to establish a robust hydrogen marketplace. The simple truth right now is that 95% of hydrogen produced in the United States is made from natural gas. 1:42:00 Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK): Can you share what the administration's policy is with regards to converting natural gas to hydrogen? We recognize that there are some within the [Biden] administration, certainly some groups that may have influence on the administration, who are very firm about not using fuel sources like natural gas. So the question is, is there a role for conversion to play? And what might we anticipate with regards to support and funding that might come with it? Dr. Sunita Satyapal: Thank you again for the question. And as mentioned, with hydrogen shot, we're really looking at all of the pathways. It's really about clean hydrogen. So whether it's natural gas, carbon feedstocks, nuclear renewables, you know, any pathway to get to the low carbon intensity, we're really pivoting away from the colors. There's a lot of complexity: green, blue, purple, turquoise….Pyrolysis is another approach. In fact, our loan program office just announced financing of $1 billion solid carbon, which is another value added product, no need for the CCS portion. So definitely an all-of-the-above strategy needed to meet all of our goals. Full Committee Hearing to Examine Development and Deployment of Large-Scale Carbon Dioxide Management Technologies July 28, 2020 Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Witnesses: Steven Winberg, (Former) Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy at the US Department of Energy Shannon Angielski, Executive Director of the Carbon Utilization Research Council Dr. Julio Friedmann, Center on Global Energy Policy, Columbia University 25:06 Dr. Julio Friedmann: Net zero means that any residual emissions must be balanced by removal, as Secretary Moniz said. It means that reduction of co2 emissions and removal of co2 emissions are complementary but distinct actions and that both are necessary. The National Academies and the IPCC find that this must be done at enormous scale exceeding the size of the global oil and gas industry today. We are not where we need to be to make this real. 48:35 Shannon Angielski: In addition, the International Energy Agency modelled the contributions of different technologies to meet that mid-century 2 degree scenario. And it shows that CCUS accounts for approximately 100 Giga tons of needed global co2 emissions reductions by 2060. To put this into perspective, this would be achieved by the operation of 1100 carbon capture systems on the equivalent of 500 megawatt coal fired units, or 3200 natural gas combined cycle units, which would need to be operating for the next 30 years. 1:59:00 Steven Winberg: The rest of the world is going to continue using fossil energy, whether it's coal or oil or natural gas. And that's why we have moved forward quickly on the coal first program, because it offers the opportunity for what I think of as 21st century coal. Right now the Chinese own the space in power generation — coal fired power generation. We have an opportunity to take technology and springboard over what the Chinese are building, which is basically 1970s vintage technology that we built, and they now have improved slightly, but they're selling it around the world, to countries that have coal under their feet, and they're going to continue using that coal. But with the coal first program, we can move into power generation, and we can move into hydrogen production, because these countries also, as they build out their transport sector, may not do it the same way that developed countries, they may move more swiftly into hydrogen. And so there's an opportunity there to take our technology using their natural resources that are under their feet, and produce zero emitting power generation and zero emitting hydrogen and perhaps even net negative hydrogen and net negative electricity and they can use that hydrogen in the transportation sector as well as the industrial sector. Cover Art Design by Only Child Imaginations Music Presented in This Episode Intro & Exit: Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)

Election irregularities are present in any vote, but when does it cross the line into election fraud? former naval officer and cyber expert Greg Stenstrom joins us to discuss.  Washington D.C. Bureau Chief for Bankrate.com Mark Hamrick joins us to discuss the inflation numbers released for the month of August.

In this week's episode, host Kristin Hayes talks with Helena Khazdozian, a senior technology manager at the US Department of Energy and program manager for the agency's Critical Materials Institute. Khazdozian and Hayes discuss why the materials that the institute prioritizes are important to future decarbonization efforts. They also talk about supply chains, research efforts, and breakthroughs happening more broadly with other teams throughout the Department of Energy. References and recommendations: “Securing America's Clean Energy Supply Chain” from the US Department of Energy; https://www.energy.gov/policy/securing-americas-clean-energy-supply-chain “His Dark Materials” trilogy of books by Philip Pullman, including “The Golden Compass,” “The Subtle Knife,” and “The Amber Spyglass”; https://www.philip-pullman.com/hdm “Happy-Go-Lucky” by David Sedaris; https://www.davidsedarisbooks.com/titles/david-sedaris/happy-go-lucky/9780316392457/

Venture capitalists are pouring money into the mobility sector. In 2021, mobility startups have raised $97.7 billion. It is important to note that venture capital firms are investing in a variety of mobility technologies such as autonomous vehicles, on-demand, e-scooters, electric vehicles, battery technologies, cybersecurity, data management, fleet subscription, urban logistics, urban air mobility, and many others. Innovation is happening all around the world. However, Israel will play an important role in the future mobility industry, with more than 600 mobility startups founded over the last decade here in Israel. Furthermore, many venture capital firms are focusing on investing in mobility and logistics startups. We invited one of the first investors in the mobile technology sector to share his knowledge.Michael Granoff is the founder and Managing Director of Maniv Mobility, a Tel Aviv-based venture capital firm that invests in startups that aim at revolutionizing the mobility and technology industries. Maniv Mobility has raised around $160 million so far and has invested in more than 37 startups. Some of the notable investments include Otonomo, bipi, Aurora labs, Revel, Turo, Upstream Security, Ridecell etc. Mike is also a founding board member of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE), a Washington, DC-based policy and advocacy organization. He also serves on the boards of many mobility start-ups.

This week on the Life Science Success podcast I interviewed David Sanders.  David is an experienced Business and Advocacy Professional with a demonstrated history of success creating business and policy changes and improving outcomes in the technology, IP, pharmacy, pharmaceutical, & healthcare services industries.  We are going to be talking about David's Government Affairs and Public Policy work & Securing America's drug supply in the US.

For nearly four decades, Gary McLhinney was in the forefront of the fight against crime in one of America's most dangerous cities. He joins Governor and Kendel Ehrlich on the podcast this week.

Parkland father Andrew Pollack joins The Benny Show to discuss school safety in America

From ransomware to software supply chain attacks, the energy sector faces constant cybersecurity threats. This week, host Elisa, along with friend of the cast, Harvey Rishikof, welcome on Cherylene Caddy of the Department of Energy. Cheri has extensive experience in cybersecurity supply chain vulnerabilities, risk management and response. What are the key cybersecurity concerns within the energy sector? And how is the current administration making steps to better secure our critical energy infrastructure? Cheri Caddy is the Senior Advisor for Cybersecurity in the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security & Emergency Response (CESER) within the Department of Energy: https://cdn.govexec.com/media/cheri_caddy_bio.pdf References: Department of Energy Report, “Securing America's Clean Energy Supply Chain”: https://www.energy.gov/policy/securing-americas-clean-energy-supply-chain E.O. 14017, America's Supply Chains. Feb. 24, 2021: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/02/24/executive-order-on-americas-supply-chains/ E.O. 14028, Improving the Nations Cybersecurity. May 12, 2021: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/05/12/executive-order-on-improving-the-nations-cybersecurity/ H.R. 7178, CHIPS for America Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7178 H.R. 4521, America COMPETES Act of 2022: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4521 The U.S. Intelligence Community Law Sourcebook, 2021-2022 Edition – 25% OFF with code: ICLS25: https://www.americanbar.org/products/inv/book/417416664/

The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board is once again planning to allow federal employees' to invest their retirement savings into companies controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. The FRTIB has decided to ignore directives by both President Trump - and President Biden - as well as strong opposition on Capitol Hill, to open a ‘Mutual Fund Window' in June which would make available to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participants the opportunity to invest up to 25% of their savings in some 5,000 mutual funds. The problem? These funds would include businesses involved in the Chinese government's military, espionage, human rights abuses, and its aggressive industrial policy designed to undermine U.S. industry. Why, after all we've learned about China's extensive aims at global domination, does the FRTIB plan to proceed with this? China is no longer simply an economic competitor, but rather an aggressive adversary. The FRTIB public statements say it's “too much work” to winnow out CCP controlled or influenced companies. But are there deeper purposes at work? Joining me to talk about this alarming development is Frank Gaffney, Host of Securing America with Frank Gaffney, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Center for Security Policy, and Vice Chairman of the Committee for Present Danger: China. And Roger Robinson former Senior Director of International Economic Affairs at the Reagan National Security Council and Chairman of the Congressional US-China Economic and Security Review Commission.

On this episode of Reaganism, we are joined by David Feith, an adjunct Senior Fellow at the Center for a New American Security and a Senior Fellow with the Commanding Heights Initiative of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). David was previously a U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and […]

On this episode of Reaganism, we are joined by David Feith, an adjunct Senior Fellow at the Center for a New American Security and a Senior Fellow with the Commanding Heights Initiative of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). David was previously a U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and an editorial writer for The Wall Street Journal in Hong Kong. Roger and David discussed China, their reaction to Russia's War in Ukraine, and how finance fits into their broader strategy. 

China is trying to create a new world order, and it's not a world most people want to live in. In this episode of China Unscripted, we talk about how the CCP is working toward that goal, how President Joe Biden gave Chinese companies an unfair advantage, and how Americans can stop funding China's military. Joining us in this episode is Frank Gaffney, the founder and president for the Center for Security Policy, as well as vice chairman for the Committee on Present Danger: China. He's also the host of the show Securing America.

Thirty years ago, the United States, Europe, and Japan manufactured 90 percent of the global supply of the key ingredients for the world's medicines and vitamins. No more. China is now the largest global supplier. Millions of Americans are taking prescription and over-the-counter drugs made in, or with critical ingredients from China and they don't know it and neither do many of their doctors. This is becoming a grave concern. As we've seen, first with the global pandemic driven lockdowns and now, with the Russia/Ukraine war, the world's economy has acute supply chain interdependencies. And for America, among the top of our concerns, has to be our dependence on an increasingly hostile China for our pharmaceutical drugs. Sharing my concern and joining me on this episode are my returning guests: Rosemary Gibson, author of “China Rx: Exposing the Risks of America's Dependence on China for Medicine” And Frank Gaffney, founder of the Center for Security Policy, Vice Chairman of the Committee for the Present Danger: China and who hosts Securing America with Frank Gaffney on the Real America's Voice Network Some highlights: The FDA not only approves new drugs, but also inspects drug manufacturing plants. Worryingly, that's happening less and less with our drugs made in China. In the spring of 2020, the US was just weeks away from not having the most basic medicines. Why? Our dependence on India, and in turn China. Is Congressional leadership so compromised by its ties to China that it is not willing to address our growing supply chain vulnerabilities? We're told we pay more for prescription drugs to cover pharma's huge domestic R&D costs. Pharma's solution? Move its R&D to “low cost” China, a move that makes America ever more vulnerable to the whims of the CCP. These are complicated and important issues. Worth a listen as we work to dig into what's at stake.

Last week, a British jihadist entered a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas and held four of its members hostage. In mid-October of last year, a woman emptied a container of gasoline and set it on fire in front of the Yeshiva of Flatbush in Brooklyn while shouting anti-Semitic obscenities. That followed an attack on Shlomo Noginsky, a rabbi in Boston who this past July was stabbed eight times outside of a Jewish day school. Roughly five weeks before that, someone emptied a bag of feces in front of the Chabad of South Broward in Florida while shouting “Jews should die.” Whether individuals or institutions are being targeted, whether they're in New York or Texas, anti-Semitism is on the rise in America, and Jews are called to be more vigilant than in years past. This week's podcast guest knows a thing or two about vigilance. Mitch Silber is the former director of intelligence analysis at the New York Police Department, where he oversaw research, collection, and analysis for the department's Intelligence Division. Now, he's the executive director of the Community Security Initiative, a small team dedicated to securing the Jewish institutions of New York from anti-Semitic violence. In conversation with Mosaic editor Jonathan Silver, he explains why this initiative came about and what it takes to protect Jews, in New York and around the country, from the anti-Semitic threats that have become all too common in America.  Musical selections in this podcast are drawn from the Quintet for Clarinet and Strings, op. 31a, composed by Paul Ben-Haim and performed by the ARC Ensemble.

Last week, a British jihadist entered a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas and held four of its members hostage. In mid-October of last year, a woman emptied a container of gasoline and set it on fire in front of the Yeshiva of Flatbush in Brooklyn while shouting anti-Semitic obscenities. That followed an attack on Shlomo Noginsky, […]

In this episode, our heroes Jelani and Matthew explore the subjective reporting of the Maricopa County Election Audit. Topics include DMV Conspiracies, scary Gubernatorial candidate Kari LAke, Steve Bannon's Misogyny, and OANN getting dangerously close to being sued again (probably). 1.    https://rumble.com/vmzv0g-sen.-chase-discusses-maricopa-county-audit-hearing-results.html (Sen. Chase discusses Maricopa County audit hearing results) 2.    https://rumble.com/vmye2m-ariz.-audit-results-released-friday.html (Ariz. audit results released Friday - OANN) 3.    https://mobile.twitter.com/maricopacounty/status/1441470639492108289 (Maricopa County Twitter Thread) 4.    https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fact-focus-arizona-canvass-report-draws-nonsensical-conclusions.amp (Fact Focus: Arizona canvass report draws nonsensical conclusions - Fox News) 5.    https://rumble.com/vmzkgq-kari-lake-reacts-to-audit-results.html (Kari Lake reacts to audit results - OANN) 6.    https://www.reuters.com/world/us/arizona-republicans-release-findings-widely-panned-election-audit-2021-09-24/ ('Truth is truth': Trump dealt blow as Republican-led Arizona audit reaffirms Biden win - Reuters) 7.    https://www.newsweek.com/cyber-ninjas-ceo-doug-logan-revealed-anon-deep-rig-election-conspiracy-film-1604505 (Cyber Ninjas CEO Doug Logan Revealed as 'Anon' in 'Deep Rig' Election Conspiracy Film - Newsweek) 8.    https://www.azsenaterepublicans.com/letter-to-the-ag (https://www.azsenaterepublicans.com/letter-to-the-ag) 9.    https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/24/us/arizona-election-review-trump-biden.html (Republican Review of Arizona Vote Fails to Show Stolen Election - NYT) 10. https://www.bitchute.com/video/dFbW3xUuQTTF/ (⁣NOT MUCH MORE TO SAY HERE. THEY INDICT THEMSELVES. - Bitchute) 11. https://thehill.com/homenews/house/450737-house-passes-sweeping-democrat-backed-election-security-bill (House passes sweeping Democrat-backed election security bill - The Hill) 12. https://www.c-span.org/video/?415978-1/hearing-focuses-cybersecurity-us-election-system (HSE OVERSIGHT - Election Cybersecurity - CSPAN) 13. https://www.c-span.org/video/?461997-1/house-session-part-1 (House debated H.R. 2722, the Securing America's Federal Elections (SAFE) Act. - CSPAN) 14. https://www.motherjones.com/mojo-wire/2021/08/patrick-byrne-dominion-defamation/ (Former Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne Gets Sued for Pushing Election Lies) 15. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/how-the-russians-hacked-the-dnc-and-passed-its-emails-to-wikileaks/2018/07/13/af19a828-86c3-11e8-8553-a3ce89036c78_story.html (How the Russians hacked the DNC and passed its emails to WikiLeaks) 16. https://twitter.com/fannkfann/status/1423343885309284358 (Karen Fann Twitter Post 08/05/2021) 17. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wtUxqqLh6U (Amy Klobuchar: Concerned That A 2018 Election Hack Could Succeed (Full) | Meet The Press | NBC News) 18. https://rumble.com/vn3z2p-republican-kari-lake-katie-hobbs-is-going-to-have-a-hard-time-campaigning-f.html (Republican Kari Lake: Katie Hobbs Is Going to Have a Hard Time Campaigning from Behind Bars)

The U.S. Coast Guard is a vital tool for national security, responsible for a wide range of missions supporting American security and prosperity in the maritime domain. From saving lives at sea and responding to natural disasters to arresting drug smugglers and protecting America's resources, the Coast Guard operates across a wide spectrum of operations. […]

The U.S. Coast Guard is a vital tool for national security, responsible for a wide range of missions supporting American security and prosperity in the maritime domain. From saving lives at sea and responding to natural disasters to arresting drug smugglers and protecting America's resources, the Coast Guard operates across a wide spectrum of operations. However, it faces a number of challenges in the world today as the strategic environment grows more complex and it attempts to increase its readiness and modernize its ships, aircraft and infrastructure. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz will weigh in on these challenges and opportunities facing the Coast Guard today and how, with the support of Congress, it can continue to support America's economic and national security interests going forward. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today on the podcast we will discuss America's supply chains and how the Covid-19 Pandemic fundamentally altered the way we think about globalization. Why do we keep hearing the terms near-shoring and on shoring? What's the deal with microchips and rare earth metals? And how should policy makers think about securing America's supply chains? To … Continue reading Securing America’s Supply Chains

LT Col Allen West joins us again to discuss the border in Texas, his future and the Democrat voting act. He also will be in Orlando for an event and we have more "That's Messed Up" segments! All this and more on 94.9 The Answer Orlando, www.thebuffshow.com and www.facebook.com/thebuffshoworlandoSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thebuffshow) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-buff-show/support

Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) is introducing a bill on Friday aimed at blocking members of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from buying land in the United States.Although the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States does review some attempts by foreign entities to buy land in the country, the bill would completely stop CCP members from buying either public or private land in the U.S. The bill, called the Securing America's Land from Foreign Interference Act, is being introduced by Roy along with Reps. Lance Gooden (R-Texas), Ken Buck (R-Colo.) and Randy Weber (R-Texas).Join your host Sean Reynolds, owner of Summit Properties NW and Reynolds & Kline Appraisal as he takes a look at this developing topic.Support the show (https://buymeacoff.ee/seattlepodcast)

Topic: Entrepreneurial Philanthropy Guest:  Louis Mayberg Bio:  Louis Mayberg’s career spans over 38 years in the financial services and investment industries. Currently he is CEO of CyLogic Inc. a cloud computing infrastructure and end point protection provider. He is a co-founder and principal of ProShares and ProFunds, Exchange Traded Funds and Mutual Funds where he served as president.  In 1986, he co-founded National Capital Companies, LLC and managed its financial services hedge fund. Mr. Mayberg also spent more than a decade working on inner city urban renewal projects helping low income working families purchase affordable homes. A Trustee of the Mayberg Foundation, Mr. Mayberg is an active community volunteer and philanthropist, serving on international, national and local boards. Currently he is a member of Aish Hatorah’s Amutah and Vaad and is Hillel board chair at his alma mater, George Washington University.   As an entrepreneurial philanthropist he counts among his most impactful initiatives Momentum (formerly the JWRP), Jewish Education Innovation Challenge, Mayberg Center for Jewish Education. Leadership at George Washington University, Securing America’s Future Energy and Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington.    Mr. Mayberg has published thought pieces about the Jewish philanthropic sector for The Jerusalem Post and Washington Jewish Week. In this wide ranging interview, we cover: 1. A Jewish Upbringing 2. A magical Aish Rabbi 3. Dealing with Struggles and Challenges 4. Fighting with Uncle Sam 5. Structured Philanthropy 6. Partnering with and Leveraging others 7. Staying Humble Always And so much more!

The autonomous mobility competition with China. What will it take to succeed. Securing America's Future Energy founder Robbie Diamond dives in with Princeton's Alain Kornhauser & co-host Fred Fishkin. Plus the latest on #AutoX, #Tesla, #GM, #TuSimple and more. Remember to subscribe! And check out this SAFE panel discussion too.. https://youtu.be/Z6NBRrtTDnI --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smart-driving-cars-podcast/support

In this episode of TwentyTwenty, we interview Robbie Diamond, founder and CEO of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE), about the way in which energy has historically dominated geopolitics and how the battle for resources as we move into the world of renewables will reshape the political playing field. How will oil giants fare in the renewable energy transition? Will China's dominance of rare earth minerals make it the new OPEC? Can we learn from our time in the oil age, or are we doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past? Executive Producer & Presenter: Elizabeth Dykstra-McCarthy. Associate Producer: Max Klaver Studio Assistant Rachel Carp Opening music: Tango de Manzana by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4460-tango-de-manzana License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

I host a television program called “Securing America” that’s a kind of owner’s manual for protecting the country we love. It’s first instruction is “Don’t let radical leftists enact legislation that crushes freedom.” One such bill is being fast-tracked by congressional Democrats. They misleadingly call it the “For the People Act,” but it’s better known as H.R.1. If you liked how the 2020 elections were conducted, you’ll love this legislation because it will ensure that, from now on, basically every American election, everywhere will be run the same way. If, instead, you want free and fair elections that respect and uphold our Constitution, rather than impose a one-party state that shreds it, let your representatives in Washington know how you feel about H.R.1 before they vote on it next week. A handful of vulnerable Democrats will decide its fate, and ours. This is Frank Gaffney.

For the past 20 years, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) has convened national security leaders after every change in administration to affirm the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy through its signature Passing the Baton event.

This is Frank Gaffney with the Secure Freedom Minute. In a rare press conference yesterday, Joe Biden demonstrated the dangerous convergence of radical ideology and policy incoherence that is likely to characterize an administration he and/or Kamala Harris might lead. The former Vice President reaffirmed his commitment to undo President Trump’s initiatives that have greatly reduced illegal immigration across the nation’s southern border – including by dismantling “the Wall,” but warned that the timing of this wrecking operation had to take into account the predictable result: namely, “two million people” trying to get into our country. That prospect should be called “the Biden effect,” one exacerbated by his promise to give amnesty and citizenship to illegal aliens, among other benefits. Rep. Mo Brooks observed on “Securing America” yesterday, that millions of such aliens voted illegally for Biden. The cost to the rest of us of his payback would be incalculable.  This is Frank Gaffney.

Robbie Diamond, CEO and founder of think tank Securing America’s Future Energy, discusses the intersection of transportation and energy policy, the supply chain for EV batteries and the state of American innovation and competitiveness.

Greg Rogers is the Public Policy Manager at Nuro, a company focused on unlocking the benefits of robotics for everyday life. In 2017, Greg co-founded The Mobility Podcast, a podcast that explores the intersections between transportation, technology, and policy. In the same year, Greg co-founded Connected CarTalkDC, a network of hundreds of transportation and technology professionals who meet regularly in Washington, DC. Before joining Nuro, Greg was the Director of Government Affairs and Mobility Innovation at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). He specializes in federal and state policies around autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and emerging technology. He was previously the Assistant Editor of Eno Transportation Weekly (ETW) and a Senior Policy Analyst at the Eno Center for Transportation, where he reported on transportation policy developments in Congress, the Administration, and state legislatures. Greg previously worked on both sides of the aisle in the House of Representatives, represented public and private sector clients before Congress and federal agencies for government affairs firms, and helped guide POLITICO Pro's expansion into federal and state government markets. A burgeoning interest in transportation technology led Greg to make a career pivot several years ago. He left behind a career as a government affairs consultant and became an Uber/Lyft driver in order to develop first-hand experience in new mobility. This inspired him to co-found The Autonomer, a news website focused on automation and transportation policy issues, in 2015. Greg received his B.A. in Political Economy from the University of California at Berkeley and studied Political Science at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His insights and recommendations for developing sound autonomous vehicle policies have appeared in outlets including Washington Post, WIRED, The Autonocast, Car and Driver, The Verge, and testimonies before Congress. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@ThePoliticalLife.net  Follow The Political Life on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.

This is Frank Gaffney with the Secure Freedom Minute. Radical leftists have announced that they will be “shutting down” Washington, D.C. starting on the evening of Election Day. Their stated objective is to create enough chaos there, and presumably elsewhere across the country, to compel Donald Trump to relinquish the Presidency.  Yesterday, I hosted a special edition of our new television program, “Securing America,” featuring analyses by ten of our country’s foremost experts on what are, in fact, insurrectionists and their subversive operations. Check it out at SecuringAmerica.TV and learn about the so-called “color revolution” that’s in prospect and aimed not just at removing President Trump from office, but overthrowing our constitutional Republic. By exposing the color revolutionaries’ seditious plans and equipping Americans to be prepared for them, we hope to help ensure a free and fair election – and preserve our country against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Join us at SecuringAmerica.TV.

This is Frank Gaffney with the Secure Freedom Minute. Our democracy is under cyberattack. The Director of National Intelligence revealed yesterday that Iranian operatives have sent threatening emails aimed at influencing voters’ choice for president. DNI John Ratcliffe offered reassurances that our government is “on top of this.” Hopefully, that’s the case. Confidence would be higher, however, if he and other senior officials were acting to prevent what appears to be a far more serious electronic threat to our elections. Dallas-based Allied Special Operations Group has been warning for many months that twenty-eight U.S. states rely on servers in Spain to process electoral returns. The Group’s Russ Ramsland recently presented evidence on my TV show, “Securing America,” showing at least one race – for Kentucky’s governor – being stolen in 2018 when such data streams were manipulated. We need the U.S. government on top of fixing this vulnerability, NOW. This is Frank Gaffney. Visit SecuringAmerica.TV to see why.

H.R. 5687 – Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief and Puerto Rico Disaster Tax Relief Act, 2020 (Rep. Lowey – Appropriations) H.R. 3830 – Taxpayer Right-to-Know Act, as amended (Rep. Walberg – Oversight and Reform) H.R. 2474 – Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2019 (Rep. Scott (VA) – Education and Labor) (Subject to a Rule) S. 394 – Presidential Transition Act Enhancement Act of 2019 (Sen. Johnson – Oversight and Reform) H.R. 1494 – Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Homeland Security Partnerships Act, as amended (Rep. Thompson (MS) – Homeland Security) S. 2107 – Protecting America’s Food and Agriculture Act of 2019 (Sen. Peters – Homeland Security) H.R. 5273 – Securing America’s Ports Act (Rep. Torres Small – Homeland Security) H.R. 3413 – DHS Acquisition Reform Act of 2019 (Rep. Crenshaw – Homeland Security) H.R. 504 – DHS Field Engagement Accountability Act, as amended (Rep. Bacon –   Homeland Security) H.R. 2932 – Homeland Security for Children Act, as amended (Rep. Payne – Homeland Security) H.R. 4737 – Department of Homeland Security Climate Change Research Act, as amended (Rep. Clarke – Homeland Security) H.R. 4432 – Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Drones and Emerging Threats Act (Rep. Richmond – Homeland Security) H.R. 4753 – Drone Origin Security Enhancement Act (Rep. Crenshaw – Homeland Security) H.R. 2546 – Protecting America’s Wilderness Act of 2019 (Rep. DeGette – Natural Resources) (Subject to a Rule) H.J.Res. 79 – Removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment (Rep. Speier – Judiciary) (Subject to a Rule) H.R. 1980 – Smithsonian Women’s History Museum Act (Rep. Carolyn Maloney – House Administration) S.J. Res. 68 (To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress).  Support the show.

It's a fight that could impact tens of millions of manufacturing jobs and the future of public transportation in the United States. Momentum is building on Capitol Hill to ban companies owned, controlled, or subsidized by the Chinese government from using U.S. tax dollars to build rail cars or buses. In this episode, The Manufacturing Report chats with experts Greg Rogers and Alex Hutkin from Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE) about the importance of this legislation, along with what needs to happen to grow and strengthen electric vehicle manufacturing in the United States.

How counties are running war-games to prepare for election interference, where the gaps are and what they’ll cost to fix, the push for election security funding in Congress, and what comes next.Links:Chris Higgins on TwitterChris Higgins on InstagramElection Ride Home on TwitterElection Ride Home on FacebookThe Cybersecurity 202: How counties are war-gaming Election Day cyberattacks (WaPo)$250M for election security is a fraction of what's needed (Axios)HR1 - The For The People Act of 2019 (Brennan Center)H.R. 1, For the People Act of 2019 budget breakdown (CBO)House passes sweeping Democrat-backed election security bill (The Hill)H.R. 2722, Securing America’s Federal Elections Act (Congress dot gov)Mitch McConnell Backs Election Security Funding After Blocking It Repeatedly (HuffPo)McConnell won't allow vote on election reform bill (Politico)Senator Ron Wyden (Oregon) on Twitter (Twitter/Ron Wyden)Wyden tweet re 407 days until 2020 selection (Twitter/Ron Wyden)Key Senate panel approves $250 million for election security (WaPo)The Cybersecurity 202: Democrats launch ‘full court press’ on election security (WaPo)$250 Million to Keep Votes Safe? Experts Say Billions Are Needed (NYT)What Does Election Security Cost? (Brennan Center)As ‘Moscow Mitch’ Rings in His Ears, McConnell Backs Election Security (NYT)October Democratic debate to take place on one night (CNN)

Sanders releases his Q2 fundraising numbers, highlights from Gabbard’s appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher, and Warren’s plan to secure federal elections.Sponsors:Skillshare (http://skillshare.com/prh)Links:Bernie Sanders' campaign says it raised $18 million in Q2 (Axios)Sanders campaign says Buttigieg likely raised more money last quarter (CBS News)Tulsi Gabbard | Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) (YouTube/Real Time with Bill Maher)Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Re-introduces the Securing America’s Elections Act (Gabbard House Site)Which Candidates and Topics Got the Most Time During the Democratic Debate [includes Gabbard talk time figure for debates] (NYT)My Plan to Strengthen Our Democracy (Medium/Team Warren)Elizabeth Warren Wants To Transform American Elections (HuffPost)Election Assistance Commission (Wikipedia)

We are joined by special guest, Sherry Voluntary, to continue conversation about the Sri Lanka terrorist attacks, the Mueller report updates, the new Tennessee bill that is frustrating the LGBT community, and the Securing America segment brought to you by HIS Security. Plus, we try to determine why Tenova quoted someone $1,000 for a routine MRI, but sent a final bill asking for $11,000.

Amitai Bin-Nun is the Vice President at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). There, it's his job to assist with developing and establishing regulations on autonomous vehicles. His goal is to find a balance between ensuring the safety of people, promoting innovation, and maximizing the potential of the technology used in self-driving vehicles. These types of vehicles are transforming the way we travel; Amitai also shares how beneficial this technology might be for those living with disabilities.Time Stamped Notes[0:48] Amitai Bin-Nun has had an interesting ride so far throughout his career. When he first started out, self-driving vehicles were not on many people's radar. He always had a passionate interest in technology and its role in society. For Amitai, it all started because he didn't know what to do next after finishing up graduate school. He had an interest in policy and politics and the ways in which science and technology are used and innovated to improve people's lives.He started out his career with a fellowship at the Department of Energy and then moved to Capitol Hill from there. At Capitol Hill, he looked at different aspects of science and technology: it's all governed by rules and regulations, and what spaces there are to innovate and maximize the impact of technology on society. While exploring this innovative side to technology, he eventually became interested in self-driving cars and general innovation in transportation.Now, Amitai works at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE), where it's his job to help governments regulate self-driving cars in a way that still promotes innovation and maximizes the potential of this technology. Another significant part of his job is to articulate why society should care and want self-driving vehicles.[3:13] As a physicist, Amitai is accustomed to looking and working with complicated systems. Amitai focuses on cutting through all of those complexities to find the key drivers of the system. He looks to find the most important variables that the innovation needs to impact, and how change can spark from there.The approach to regulating, legislating, and thinking about the role of technology in society is very similar. You have to cut through all the complexities to figure out what needs to happen to ensure that the technology is successful. Without this laser-light focus on the success of technology and a deep understanding of the broader system, you could just be running around and chasing trends. But, if you do have that deep understanding of the system, it helps you understand what the key drivers are and how to act accordingly.[4:40] Innovation is an incredibly valuable part to global society. This is where economic growth comes from and improves our standard of living over time. With that, any time something new emerges, there are always risks involved. This is why regulation is so important: rather than stifling innovation, regulation is about how to manage those risks to ensure that they don't get in the way of the benefits that innovation offers.If the regulation around self-driving cars is done right, it signals to the public that the technology is safe and will improve life. It also gives a signal to companies that their technology is ready for development. The regulation around autonomous vehicles should both allow the innovation and also encourage it.[6:52] Establishing the right regulations on innovation is all about the balance between ensuring public safety and encouragement of innovation. To achieve this balance, you need to get the process right. Right now, there aren't many regulations around autonomous vehicles because the technology is so new. Technology usually needs to be in use for a long time before the language and standardization of approaches in an industry emerges, which is what ultimately allows for effective regulation.Early on in the process, the best approach to implementing regulations is to observe closely to how the technology develops. Instead of over-regulating, governments put relatively light boundaries in place to ensure that technology continues to progress in a safe way. Over time, more effective guidelines can be established[9:00] To speed up the process of developing and implementing regulations on autonomous vehicles, there needs to be a dialogue between vehicle manufacturers, customers, and the government. Of course, most companies won't freely share their training data to help out anyone interested in developing autonomous vehicles. There is, however, still a fair amount of cooperation that happens organically, particularly with the movement of employees from company to company, the use of open-source tools, and much more.When the Department of Transportation signals that they would like to standardize autonomous vehicles, it triggers a process. Once this process is triggered, everyone in the industry wants to be a part of it. The government can specifically accelerate this cooperation by providing more clarity regarding the future of establishing regulations and engaging in collaborative research.[12:57] Even though autonomous vehicles are 50 years into development, it's still in its early stages, the industry's leaders need to take time to define what “safety” means in relation to autonomous vehicles. Even though a company's autonomous vehicle may be safer than a human driver, they're never going to be perfect and will always be scrutinized for it. The more we have a common language and agreement in the industry about what it means to have a “safe” vehicle, the easier it will be to establish when a vehicle is technically and sociologically ready for deployment.[17:36] Today, each licensed driver needs to meet a specific performance standard in order to operate a vehicle—but, we don't expect them to be completely perfect. Yet, we expect more from autonomous vehicles. Even though they are safer than human drivers, they still make mistakes. If companies refuse to deploy an autonomous vehicle before it's perfect, no self-driving cars would ever make it on the road.[19:19] Though the safety of autonomous vehicles is critical, the value extends way beyond just the safety of people. SAFE recently performed a study on autonomous vehicles for people with disability. They found that there are about 4 million people who are unemployed or underemployed due to the barrier of accessible transportation. Self-driving cars can't fix everything, but they are a great tool to bring accessible transportation to a broad range of the population that doesn't have it today.[22:53] Currently, paratransit services are one of the best ways for those with disabilities to have access to transportation. These services, however, are non-inclusive and incredibly expensive for cities to offer and for the riders; yet, their services are not very reliable. Autonomous vehicles would transform this type of service, allow for a caretaker within the vehicle, and ultimately be cheaper for the city and rider to use. When you combine automation and the ability to summon a vehicle on-demand, there's almost no limit to where our imagination could take us with the progression of this technology and vehicles.[31:23] The culture around transportation is already changing rapidly. People are starting to realize that a standard car is not the ideal way to travel short distances, in busy downtown areas, or on long trips up into the mountains. The idea of micro-mobility, renting scooters downtown, and other innovative types of transportation may be early manifestations of the realization that cars are not always the right vehicle for every type of trip.[37:00] With this shift in culture around transportation within cities, sometimes the negative narratives win over the positive ones. Scooters, Uber, and Lyft, as a result, are not fully appreciated. In a lot of cities, the policies and regulations put in place seem to discourage their use or treat them solely as potential problems. What Amitai would like to see is a shift in that mindset: view scooters, ride-sharing services, and micro-mobility as tools to be engaged as a solution to improve transportation and equities in cities.[40:33] In Amitai's opinion, companies like Uber and Lyft are adding value to the public by presenting transit as an option within their vision of transportation. If Uber and Lyft share specific data with cities, there may be a middle ground that allows cities to make ends meet. If we are able to formulate this middle ground, then everybody wins. The challenge right now is defining what information is needed, and how that data should be tailored to these conversations. The more tailored this conversation becomes, the easier it becomes to meet everyone's goals.[44:18] Within the autonomous vehicle world, companies are shifting their testing to areas that do not require reporting. This creates an adversary relationship between the technical talent and cities. Cities and technical talent should work together to formulate policies and regulations that prioritize making transportation better for everyone, rather than who wins and who owns the data.[46:06] Amitai has his own visions for what would make an ideal autonomous vehicle. Within his own vehicle, he imagines having a separate screen or TV for each member of his family, a smooth ride that would be ideal for reading, and so much more. In the end, he looks forward to reclaiming the car, transforming car time into family time. Resources:Amitai Bin-Nun (SAFE)LinkedInTwitter Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amitai Bin-Nun is the Vice President at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). There, it's his job to assist with developing and establishing regulations on autonomous vehicles. His goal is to find a balance between ensuring the safety of people, promoting innovation, and maximizing the potential of the technology. These types of vehicles are transforming the way all of us travel; Amitai discusses how impactful the development of this technology will be for those living with disabilities.An ex-black-hole-studying PHD physicist who has also worked at Harvard's Kennedy School, the Department of Energy and for U.S. Senator Chris Coons, now Amitai spends time at SAFE helping governments regulate self-driving cars in a way that still promotes innovation and maximizes the potential of this technology. Another significant part of his job is to articulate (including on podcasts!) why society should care and want self-driving vehicles.Resources:Amitai Bin-Nun (SAFE)LinkedInTwitter Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the fourth episode of Raising Your Antenna, your source for in-depth insight from leaders in emerging technology. We are excited to have Michael Granoff, founder and managing director of Maniv Mobility. Aside from several startup boards, Michael serves on the board of Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE), a Washington, DC-based policy and advocacy organization he helped establish in 2004. Michael has been involved in three US Presidential campaigns and he received Brandeis University’s Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship in 2010. Tune is as we talk about... Hear about Michael's background in the mobility space How he became interested with transportation energy The autonomous vehicle industry How Michael has become deeply involved with car autonomy Financing, engineering, and macroeconomics of the auto industry Disruption and mobility The consumer's view of full-autonomy and more!

Six essential reads for securing America's voting system.

The self-driving robots are coming to transform your job. Kind of. Also, very slowly. That's the not-quite-exclamatory upshot of a new report from the Washington, DC-based Securing America's Future Energy. The group advocates for a countrywide pivot away from oil dependency, one it hopes will be aided by the speedy adoption of electric, self-driving vehicles.

Thomas Buonomo is the Humanist Studies Coordinator with the American Humanist Association. His areas of concern revolve around the influence of religion in politics, U.S.-Middle East relations, conflict prevention and resolution, energy and climate security, and human rights. His writing on these subjects has been published by the Atlantic Council, The National Interest, Securing America's Future Energy, Forbes, The Cipher Brief, Oil&Gas Investor, Renewable Energy World, The Hill, CQ Roll Call, The National (UAE), Daily Star (Lebanon), Secular Coalition for America, The Humanist, and other outlets. His articles in The Humanist are here: https://thehumanist.com/contributor/thomas-buonomo

Investment cycles can give clues about future oil market shifts, and recent slow investments are pointing toward a global crude shortage and price upticks, Jonathan Chanis tells senior oil editors Brian Scheid and Meghan Gordon.Chanis is senior vice president for policy at Securing America’s...

Byron Dorgan is the former Senator of North Dakota and author of, “Gridlock.” In this interview, Dorgan explains the very real threats to our highly vulnerable electrical system. Countries from Russia to China have ALREADY infected our electrical systems with a powerful virus that can't be simply removed. There NO SUCH THING as a National Electrical Grid. Dorgan discusses what America has done to basically sabotage our alternative energy industry. He still believes there are some ways we can use coal as an effective energy source.As a former Senator, Dorgan talks about what made him want to write fiction books. Find out more about Byron Dorgan at www.byrondorgan.com.

The OPEC cartel has been the key actor in world crude oil markets for four decades and counting. Even so, there is a surprising amount of disagreement about the nature of OPEC’s influence on oil markets.In a new study published by Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE), authors Andrew Morriss and Roger Meiners survey the academic literature and conclude that OPEC is an unstable cartel that has, at times, been effective in significantly increasing the price of oil. When the cartel has failed in this exercise, however, the price of oil has collapsed, possibly lower than would have been the case were the market not subject to cartelization. Morriss and Meiners believe that much of the volatility that characterizes world crude oil markets can be laid at the cartel’s doorstep and, as a consequence, “the international market for oil is not a free market.” Fred Smith will discuss the policy implications of Morriss and Meiners’ findings. James Smith, who has written extensively on the OPEC cartel, will comment. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

National security has been a hotly-debated topic throughout the last decade. Much has been done to ensure the US remains safe, from the formation of new federal agencies to increased funding of protective programs, but have these measures had the intended effect? David C. Unger, a foreign affairs editorial writer for the New York Times, will discuss the hidden costs of the US’s pursuit for absolute national security. Have the broad war-making powers assumed by Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama and the trillions of dollars diverted from domestic needs to the Pentagon truly made the US safer?

Can you imagine spending your entire adult life as a United States Marine or Sailor, protecting the shipping lanes for foreign oil that Americans crave? Or how about trying to run a company like FedEx with ever-fluctuating gasoline prices? What if these people came together to ensure that future American military members would never have to fight for the energy we need to fuel our economy, and American businesses would forever have clean, reliable, affordable, domestic energy with which to run their companies? Good news…they have come together, and Robbie Diamond joins us on Go Green Radio to explain. Robbie is the President & CEO of Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE) – www.secureenergy.org - , and the Electrification Coalition – www.electrificationcoalition.org -, both nonpartisan, not-for-profit groups of business and four star military leaders committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, environmental, and national security dangers caused by our nation's dependence on petroleum.

What is petroleum’s role in our economy, and what will be the benefits of further developing domestic resources? How have assessments of our country’s domestic petroleum resources been affected by public opinion and the debate in Congress? What role will alternative and renewable sources play in the future, and what will be the environmental impact of technological advancements in energy production? Rayola Dougher, American Petroleum Institute’s senior economic advisor joins the Council to discuss industry perspectives and the benefits that responsible policy in the energy sector can provide Northern California and the world