ADVISORY/Experts Available To Discuss Raised National Security Level.Business Editors ADVISORY... --(BUSINESS WIRE) TOPIC: Tom Ridge Thomas Joseph Ridge (born August 27 1945 near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives (1983–1995), Governor of Pennsylvania (1995–2001), Assistant to the President for Homeland Security , head of the Department of Homeland Security Noun 1. Department of Homeland Security - the federal department that administers all matters relating to homeland security Homeland Security executive department - a federal department in the executive branch of the government of the United States , announced Sunday the national terror alert warning was raised to the orange, or high-risk, level, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. an article by The Associated Press Associated Press: see news agency. Associated Press (AP) Cooperative news agency, the oldest and largest in the U.S. and long the largest in the world. . Ridge stated intelligence information warned al-Qaida might try using airplanes as weapons again in an attempt to "rival or exceed" the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, the article says. Federal departments and agencies have increased security at airports, border crossings and ports. The State Department also issued a warning to U.S. citizens overseas that they may be targeted for terrorist attacks. EXPERTS: ExpertSource can offer several highly qualified experts to comment on this story: Norris L. Beren has been working with businesses and families on managing risk for 30 years. As Executive Director of the Emergency Preparedness Educational Institute(SM), an Illinois not-for-profit dedicated to helping Americans "get prepared," Beren teaches business owners, employees, community groups and schools. His common sense, easy-to-understand presentation style and compelling message are motivating audiences throughout the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. to "get prepared and be ready." Beren is also a Certified Professional Consultant to Management (CPCM CPCM Certified Professional Consultant to Management CPCM Certified Professional Contracts Manager CPCM Copy Protection Copy Management CPCM Cost Per Case Month ), and a nationally recognized author, speaker, and trainer on risk reduction and emergency disaster planning. Beren can discuss what to do if basic services basic services, n.pl frequently insurance companies split dental procedures into basic and major categories. Basic services usually consist of diagnostic, preventive, and routine restorative dental services. such as electricity, water, gas, phones or food supplies were cut off for an unknown period of time. The Emergency Preparedness Institute can provide information on how to create a family emergency plan. 877-670-7444 norris@getprepared.org Charles Wise, professor at Indiana University, is a political scientist with a diverse background of expertise. Wise is known for his research on the policy aspects of homeland security, implementation of national fire policy, Congress and the legislative process, and Supreme Court decisions concerning federalism and regulation. Wise has practical experience serving in the United States Department of Justice “Justice Department” redirects here. For other uses, see Department of Justice. The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is a Cabinet department in the United States government designed to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States under President Ronald Reagan, first as Special Assistant for Policy Analysis in the Office of Legislative affairs and then as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs. Wise also has written or co-written several books over his career. Recent articles that he wrote or co-wrote include: "Organizing the Federal System for Homeland Security: Problems, Issues, and Dilemmas," Public Administration Review. 812-855-9744; 812-855-0269 wise@indiana.edu Professor Robert H. Puckett, of Indiana State University Indiana State University, main campus at Terre Haute; coeducational; est. 1865 as a normal school, became Indiana State Teachers College in 1929, gained university status in 1965. There is also a campus at Evansville (opened 1965). , Department of Political Science, is an expert regarding national security and human rights policy. 812-237-2517 812-237-7777 (University PR Phone) ExpertSource cannot guarantee the immediate availability of these experts or their familiarity with this specific issue. ExpertSource provides academic and industry experts to the media at no charge. Journalists are encouraged to submit queries to ExpertSource when seeking experts on specific subjects. An online registration form is available at http://www.businesswire.com/. |
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