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Frmr Acting and Deputy Director CIA // CBS National Security Contributor // Cleveland Sports Fan // Author of The Great War of Our Time

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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Jul 23

    Check out my podcast -- Intelligence Matters. Leaders on national security answering key questions on the world's most pressing challenges. And, when you listen, please leave a comment. We read them all.

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  2. 17 hours ago

    It was great to join from on ’s terrific podcast to discuss the Jamal Khashoggi case. Karen’s personal thoughts on Khashoggi are a must listen.

    Very important conversation about with ⁦⁩ and ⁦⁩ - in-depth on the story & ramifications. ⁦⁩ ⁦⁩ ⁦⁩ ⁦⁩
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  3. Dec 27

    Last episode of 2018. Important thoughts from fellow and highly respected economist Gary Hufbauer. “The evidence is overwhelming that [trade] strengthens the economy.”

    DON’T MISS ’s conversation with ’s Gary Hufbauer, who explains why, in his view, the changes to trade agreements renegotiated by the Trump administration are “pretty small, pretty modest.” LISTEN:
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  4. Dec 26

    “This is going to hurt real people in real ways.” Listen to distinguished ⁦⁩ economist Gary Hufbauer talk about the importance of trade, the real source of job losses in U.S. manufacturing, and the impact of falsely blaming trade. Important.

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  5. Dec 22

    DNI Coats says “Russia, and other foreign countries, including China and Iran, conducted influence operations” in the mid terms. B/c we have not deterred Russia from interfering in our democracy, others are now joining them. Significant failure of policy.

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  6. Dec 21

    It was an honor to endorse ’s book “Targeting Top Terrorists.” It brings facts and rigorous analysis to the table on an often-debated aspect of counterterrorism policy. Must read for anyone interested in terrorism and counterterrorism.

    8. Michael Morell - to have someone of your stature (frmr Acting D/CIA and Deputy CIA Director) endorse my book is incredibly humbling. You are the most principled leader I met during my tour and I am eternally grateful for your endorsement. Thank you sir.
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  7. Dec 21

    Sobering analysis by ⁦⁩ on impact of steel tariffs. More jobs for steelworkers, more profits for steel firms, & higher prices for steel users, with job losses elsewhere in the economy. “Job losses probably exceed jobs created by a large margin.”

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  8. Dec 20

    Secretary Mattis is an honorable & deeply patriotic public servant. These are alarming times & the eyes of the world are upon us. It is vital the next SecDef believe in the importance of diplomacy, our allies & only using military force when all other options are exhausted.

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  9. Dec 20

    “The Islamic State hasn't been defeated.” From one of the leading terrorism experts outside of government.

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  10. Dec 19

    Thanks to Sandy Winnefeld for filling in for me again. Nadia Schawlow is a serious national security expert. The Trump NSC was lucky to have her on the staff.

    NEW THIS WEEK: Adm. Sandy Winnefeld (ret.) interviews Nadia Schadlow, who served as deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy & was a principal author of the National Security Strategy released last year. Learn how it was crafted & how it has fared:
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  11. Dec 15

    A smart and inspirational view of the way forward for American foreign policy by Jake Sullivan in the ⁦⁩. Must reading by anyone who cares about the future of the world and that of the US.

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  12. Dec 14

    It was an honor to co-author this with .

    Our escalating technology Cold War ... an op-ed by me and .
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  13. Dec 13

    Excellent piece from ⁦⁩ and ⁦⁩ on the report of the National Defense Strategy Commission, on which I served. Are we as a nation going to act on this report or ignore it?

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  14. Dec 12

    This is one of my favorite episodes. Hear Glenn talk about the important role that scientists and engineers play at and hear his views on the global competition for high-tech.

    NEW THIS WEEK: speaks with In-Q-Tel EVP Glenn Gaffney, formerly Director of Science & Technology at CIA. They discuss space as an area of strategic, intel & military competition with Russia & China, plus top cyber threats facing the U.S.
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  15. Dec 10

    Yet another great initiative from one of my favorite charities. What has done for families who have lost a loved one in the line of duty has been nothing short of remarkable.

    We are pleased to announce a new initiative to further support our families who have lost a loved one on active duty: The Day Care Assistance Program, beginning January 1, 2019! For more info, please visit
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  16. Dec 8

    Sir, we wish you could be there as well. For everyone, it is still not too late to register. We would love to have you. I think it will be a very interesting conversation.

    Wish I could be there. It promises to be a great conversation.
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  17. Dec 6

    My colleagues at were the inspiration behind this special episode. Listen in to this bonus pod on my views on the Khashoggi issue.

    NEW BONUS POD: offers his take on the CIA’s reported assessment of the murder of Jamal . He explains the agency’s analytic process, the significance of confidence levels, and which stakeholders would be briefed - and how. LISTEN:
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  18. Dec 5

    Lots of interesting and important insights from NYPD Deputy Commissioner John Miller. Listen in on .

    NEW TODAY: “When the conspiracy is between this person's mind up here and that glowing computer screen a foot away," Miller said, "that's a very small space to collect intelligence in between. That's a very hard place to get into."
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  19. Dec 5

    Listen to John Miller, NYPD Deputy Commissioner for Intelligence and Counterterrorism, talk about what his officers do to keep New York City safe.

    NEW THIS WEEK: interviews John Miller about his career spanning journalism, public affairs & operational roles at top law enforcement & intel agencies. Plus: What kind & how much of a terror threat does the country face today?
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    Dec 3

    next, joins me to talk about his memories of . Listen:

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  21. Dec 2

    One of our best directors.

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