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"...American citizens' constitutional civil rights; assured a "police force" (Homeland Security) with excessive powers; assured privatization of Social Security;..."

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"...oil legislation, but only because it is a national security issue. Oil, national security, patriotism. Another oil triangle. American..."

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"...Too Much Security Man..."

Sept. 27, 2002 Column

Letters at 3AM

The White House is intent on totalitarian measures and war; it employs incoherence because it cannot speak plainly of its machinations.

"...debate ..." On the same day, Bush proposed "domestic security" measures that for the first time would allow the..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Column by Michael Ventura

Letters at 3AM

In setting up a "shadow" government, the Bush administration has flouted its obligation to obey and enforce the Constitution. September 11 may be the best thing to happen to Bush totalitarians.

"...the Appropriations Committee, Sen. Ted Stevens of Alaska, asked Homeland Security director Tom Ridge to testify before their committee..."

March 22, 2002 Column by Michael Ventura

Hi Mom, I'm Home

On the heels of threatened industry strikes and life-changing world events, this year's Sundance Film Festival in Utah featured more deals, more attendees, and more stars.

"...in recent decades for terrorist actions. Even though our Homeland Security chief Tom Ridge has personally inspected the security..."

Jan. 25, 2002 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Headlines

"...Department of Homeland Securi-what? Former Texas governor and current Secre­tary of Energy..."

Aug. 4, 2017 News Feature

Cold as ICE

Sheriff Greg Hamilton stoutly defends the 'Secure Communities' deportation mill. But growing public and official opposition is working to shut down the line.

"...is familiarly known – established by the Department of Homeland Sec­ur­ity to help enforce U.S. immigration law. The initiative..."

July 4, 2014 News Feature by Tony Cantú

Post-Flood Report: Mixed 'After Action' Reviews

171 action items needing improvement

"...EOC [Emergency Operations Center] for this flooding incident, HSEM [Homeland Security and Emergency Management] and TCOEM [Travis County Office..."

April 18, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

The Hightower Report

Let's rein in CEO pay; and, 'conservatives' support Big Brotherism

"...This legislation would authorize the homeland security czar to require all states to standardize everyone's..."

Nov. 5, 2004 News Column by Jim Hightower

As ICE Sweeps Reach Austin, Area Schools Prepare for Potential of Campus Arrests

State police will team with federal agencies in immigration arrests

"...U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) also did not..."

Jan. 31, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Team Trump: Trump signed 10 executive orders related to..."

Jan. 31, 2025 News Feature

Having a Plan for When Shit Hits the Fan: A Journey in Prepping

What disaster preparedness experts have to say about best-laid plans for worst-case scenarios

"...put on by the city of Austin’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in February – an excruciating..."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

No End in Sight to Endless Lines at Austin's Airport

Chaos at AUS

"...This comes after yet more breakdowns at the Transportation Security Administration checkpoints May 14 and 17 led to three-hour..."

May 27, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Opinion: It’s Time to End the Oppressive Policing of Muslim Youth

An organizer argues against the targeted surveillance and aggressive policing tactics being used against Muslim youth, along with their Black and brown allies

"...color (BIPOC) communities. In CVE-style programs, the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and..."

Feb. 19, 2021 Column by Ramish Nadeem

Austin Regional Intelligence Center's Secret Informants Show How Profiling Works

“Middle Eastern”? Your info might be on file at Austin’s fusion center.

"...with each other and with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other federal authorities. According to APD Public..."

Aug. 7, 2020 News Feature by John Anderson

APD’s Secret Informants Eyeing Neighbors for “Suspicious” Activity, Leaked Documents Reveal

APD intel center puts spies among us

"...is also shared with the FBI and Department of Homeland Security. This network includes 78 DHS-recognized fusion centers, with..."

July 24, 2020 News Feature by John Anderson

Austin's Construction Ban Lifted, but Will Workers Be Safe?

COVID-19 remains a hazard as thousands return to job sites

"...statewide order is based on guidance outlined by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a division of the..."

April 3, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Officials Express Concern, Not Fear, as Austin Events Face Possible Spread of Coronavirus

Austin Public Health delivers update on Travis County preparedness

"...a public information specialist for the city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. That office, along with APH,..."

March 4, 2020 News Post by Margaret Nicklas

Congressional District 10: Running Uphill

A changing of the challenger's guard?

"...a Republican, and since 2005 has reliably returned Michael "Homeland Security" McCaul to Congress. Whether that inherited monopoly, reinforced..."

May 11, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

More Trouble at T. Don Hutto

Detainee alleges sexual abuse by guard

"...appropriate action is taken to ensure the safety and security of those involved and the others in ICE custody."..."

Nov. 17, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

News Roundup: Congress, Council, & Concealed Weapons

Guns in; refugees out

"...civil war has come under international scrutiny. However, House Homeland Security Chair Mike McCaul, R-Texas, argues the U.S. should..."

Sept. 8, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Lege Lines: Guns vs. Business, Strange Bedfellows, and More

Lege walks the line between proliferating guns, protecting businesses

"...group sent a letter to the members of the Homeland Security and Public Safety Com­mittee, stating its position on..."

April 10, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

News Roundup: Water Flows Downhill

WTP 4 opens, ACLU sues Obama, and Brown awaits his fate

"...that we invest in infrastructure that will assure the security, sustainability, and reliability of our water resources.” City officials..."

Dec. 22, 2014 News Post by the News Staff

Texas Responds to Obama's Immigration Order

Dems applaud, while GOP bemoans death of the Republic

"...load for already over-stretched agencies like the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice. This includes extra emphasis on securing..."

Nov. 20, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Drive-By Government

Abbott says Texas doesn't have to disclose companies' chemical stockpiles, but why are these chemicals in our neighborhoods in the first place?

"...need disclose chemical stockpiles, because of a 2003 Home­land Security law intended to keep "terrorists" in the dark. (Scare..."

July 18, 2014 News Column by Michael King

The Luv Doc: Open Relationships

Just because something sounds like a really bad idea doesn't mean it is

"...Dear Luv Doc, What are your feelings on open..."

Dec. 6, 2013 Column by The Luv Doc

Flood Recovery Continues – Help Needed

Chief Acevedo apologizes for slow response

"...According to a Nov. 2 City of Austin Home­land Security and Emergency Manage­ment briefing, the flooding affected at least..."

Nov. 8, 2013 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Hightower Report: World-class Political Nincompoopism

World-class political nincompoopism

"...mouth that never shuts. Vice Chair of a House Homeland Security sub-committee, Gohmert recently revealed an astonishing piece of..."

May 17, 2013 News Column by Jim Hightower

Attack of the Cybermen

Activism empowered by the Internet

"...unconstitutional) charges relating to the already miasmatic notion of "homeland security," how long will it be before Anonymous and..."

March 9, 2012 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

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