Mid-Term Report Card, A Note from the Publisher
Martin D. Masiuk
July 27, 2005
The Publisher offers a mid-term report and asks readers to grade the first semester’s effort.
Dennis R. Schrader, Director of Maryland's Office of Homeland Security
John F. Morton
July 27, 2005
Mr. Schrader discusses all-hazards preparedness, intel fusion centers, use of GIS, and more.
Schrader also comments on Maryland’s regional all-hazard approach, which already is developing
horizontal linkages with adjacent states.
Commentary: This Is a Real War!
Neil C. Livingstone
July 27, 2005
Needed: an immediate intensification of the war against terrorists before they can launch new
attacks in and against the United States. And no more hand-wringing is required.
GAO - Managing First Responder Grants to Enhance Emergency Preparedness in the National Capital Region
Domestic Preparedness
July 15, 2005
“The ongoing security risk requires a comprehensive, coordinated, and carefully planned approach to the expenditure of federal first responder grants.” http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d05889t.pdf
GAO - Department of Homeland Security Needs to Fully Implement Its Security Program
Domestic Preparedness
July 15, 2005
“DHS has not fully implemented a comprehensive, departmentwide information security program to protect the information and information systems that support its operations and assets.” http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d05700.pdf