Note: The contact number was X’d out by me. -Cindy
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http://www.dhs.gov/ynews/releases/pr_1263500695287.shtm
Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano
Release Date: January 14, 2010
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
Contact: XXX-XXX-XXXX
“In view of the event of Christmas Day we must remain vigilant about the continued threat we face from al-Qa’ida. We are taking an additional set of aviation security precautions to protect the American people. Some of these measures include enhanced random screening, additional federal air marshals on certain routes and adding individuals of concern to our terrorist watch list system. As a result of these measures and others we have put in place since Christmas, travelers should allot extra time when flying—particularly into the United States from overseas. We are facing a determined enemy and we appreciate the patience of all Americans and visitors to our country, and the cooperation of our international partners as well as a committed airline industry. We will continue to update and adapt our defenses as needed to ensure air travel is both safe and efficient. As always, we continue to ask all Americans to report any suspicious behavior to the local law enforcement authorities.”
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Note: Audio interview included.
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“Al-Qaida Expert Monitors Jihadist Web Postings”
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January 14, 2010
SNIPPET: “Islamic extremist Web sites are full of commentary on two men viewed as heroes: the CIA suicide bomber and the Nigerian man suspected of trying to blow up a plane. Al-Qaida expert Jarret Brachman talks to Deborah Amos about jihadist activities on the Internet. Brachman describes who’s posting, and who’s reading such tributes on the Web.”