The most popular programs for the Biological and Chemical Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=974 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Fri, 24 May 2013 23:21:31 GMT President Obama held a news conference in the White House Briefing Room. Questions focused on a number of issues including reported use of chemical weapons in Syria, the Boston Marathon bombing investigation, budget and sequestration issues, health care reform implementation, and immigration policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312454-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312454-2 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Retired Colonel Randall Larsen talked about the Commission for the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation report identifying 13 recommendations for Congress and the Administration. He discussed three congressional hearings this week that addressed how Congress and the Administration are implementing these recommendations, including strengthening security and oversight at biological research laboratories, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289108-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289108-4 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Fred Wilcox's previous book, [Waiting for an Army to Die], looked at the effects of Agent Orange on U.S.sSoldiers who served in Vietnam. In his latest book, Mr. Wilcox turned his attention to the impact of Agent Orange on the Vietnamese. During this event In New York City, Mr. Wilcox discusses his book with author and linguist, Noam Chomsky. They responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302899-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302899-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Powell presented evidence of Iraq's failures to comply with several United Nations Security Council resolutions demanding cooperation with weapons inspection. In his presentation he showed satellite images, played audio recordings, and shared intelligence data to show that Iraqi officials were purposely evading their obligations and hiding their weapons of mass destruction. Following his presentation members of the Security Council and the Iraqi ambassador responded to the evidence and stated their positions on the future of policy toward Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174942-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174942-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Willman talked about the 2001 anthrax attacks and Bruce Ivins, the man who Willman argued perpetrated them. Mr. Willman also talked about Steven Hatfill, who was wrongfully accused of being responsible. He also responded to members of the audience at the University of Central Oklahoma Forensic Science Institute. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302538-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302538-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Commission on Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction, Proliferation and Terrorism, testified about the findings and recommendations in their final report, [World at Risk]. The report recommended decisive and quick global action to counter the potential manufacture and distribution of weapons of mass destruction. It also predicted that without action terrorists would use such weapons in an attack within the next five years. In their testimony they also called for a review of programs to secure dangerous viruses and bacteria, and better technology trace the source of these pathogens. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282822-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282822-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about bioterror threats and government policy and operations in responding to the threats. A recent report by the WMD Terrorism Research Center had given the U.S. mostly failing grades on preparedness for a large-scale bioterrorism attack or a deadly disease outbreak, despite spending over $65 billion over the last decade. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302149-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302149-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about reported findings of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, including a recent report of 500 munitions containing serin and mustard gas. Defense Department officials and weapons experts talked about a recently declassified 2006 defense agency report. Topics included the danger from weapons dating back to the 1980s and the 2003 congressional decision to go to war in Iraq. A closed session of the committee was held later in the day to hear classified testimony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193216-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193216-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Jay Carney gave the daily White House briefing. Topics included U.S. response to reports that the Syrian government used chemical weapons against its own citizens and the September 2011 attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312553-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312553-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on preparedness and response capabilities in the event of a terrorist attack using weapons of mass destruction. Among the topics they addressed were the various threats from different kinds of weapons, inter-agency coordination, and the need for a centralized authority to oversee preparedness and response efforts. They spoke about a report on Justice Department planning and preparation, which found that while the Federal Bureau of Investigation was adequately prepared, much of the rest of the department was not. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294898-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294898-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about preventing weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) attacks. The hearing focused on the Weapons of Mass Destruction Prevention and Preparedness Act, S. 1649, which was introduced by Senators Joe Lieberman and Susan Collins. The legislation was drafted in response to the recommendations of the World At Risk report of the Commission on the Prevention of WMD Proliferation and Terrorism chaired by Senators Bob Graham and Jim Talent. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289062-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289062-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Prime Minister Netanyahu testified about potential military action in Iraq. Among the topics he addressed were nuclear weapons development in Iraq, Iraqi support of terrorist networks, potential Israeli reaction to a preemptive strike against Iraq, and the potential use o chemical and biological weapons against Israel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172612-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172612-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Senator Bob Graham and former Senator Jim Talent spoke to reporters and answered questions about the release of the commission's evaluation of the government's ability to protect the U.S. from the threat posed by weapons of mass destruction and terrorism. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291661-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291661-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing on the nomination of John Bolton to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. On the first day of hearings, Mr. Bolton testified about his professional experiences, past working relationships with the diplomatic corps and intelligence agencies, and the role of the United Nations in international affairs. Among the points of contention raised by committee members critical of his nomination were past statements questioning the effectiveness of the U.N., use of faulty intelligence on international arms control and weapons development, and perceived efforts to fire intelligence analysts who had presented findings that questioned administration policies on the threat posed by Iraq and weapons of mass destruction. During Senator Boxer's initial questioning a video was shown of a February 1994 speech in which Mr. Bolton questioned the work of the United Nations. Additionally, several protestors with pink banners opposing Mr. Bolton's nomination briefly disrupted the early part of the hearing. The hearing was shown predominantly in a split-screen format to show both members and the nominee as questions were asked and responded to. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186235-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186235-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Rolf Mowatt-Larssen talked about his recent article in [Foreign Policy Magazine] on al-Qaeda's determination to acquire weapons of mass destruction. He talked about the extensive effort al-Qaeda has made in their efforts and in the efforts of the intelligence agencies to stop them. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291810-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291810-5 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Colonel Cedric Leighton (Ret.), a former military intelligence officer for the U.S. Air Force and former deputy director for training of the National Security Agency, talked about reports that small-scale chemical weapons were used in Syria. Lawmakers had said the "red line" in Syria had been crossed, and Colonel Leighton discussed the next steps for the U.S. and its allies. Topics included the reliability of the intelligence reports. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Video clips were shown of a news conference by House Intelligence Committee Ranking Member Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD) and remarks by President Obama after a meeting with Jordanian King Abdullah II from the previous day. Also shown was a clip of Representative Adam Smith (D-WA) being interviewed on April 25, 2013, for "Newsmakers." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312414-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312414-3 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT On the anniversary of their co-authored arms control legislation, Senator Richard Lugar (R-IN) and former Senator Sam Nunn (D-GA) talked about efforts to secure and dismantle weapons of mass destruction over the subsequent 20 years. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303130-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303130-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Duefler and General McMenamin testified about a report on pre-war intelligence in Iraq and the nature and sophistication of Iraqi weapons programs in the period from the Persian Gulf War to the present. The report found that programs for the production and distribution of weapons of mass destruction were virtually non-existent. They also testified about the lack of human intelligence on the ground in Iraq, the involvement of United Nations weapons inspectors in the pursuit of weapons programs, and claims made by the Bush administration in its decision to go to war in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183823-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183823-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Bob Drogin, a [Los Angeles Times] national security and intelligence reporter, talked about his book, [Curveball: Spies, Lies, and the Con Man Who Caused a War], published by Random House. The book examines how U.S. intelligence agencies used information from an Iraqi defector and allowed themselves to be deceived into making their case to the White House for war against Iraq. A video clip was shown of Secretary of State Colin Powell's speech to the United Nations Security Council on February 5, 2003, in which he was relying on information that was later shown to be false. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201700-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201700-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held by legal, scientific, and counterterrorism experts on whether certain responses to a major epidemic or biowarfare incident such as forced inoculation, isolation, and quarantines would result in legal challenges, and what responses are consistent with the principles of the U.S. Constitution. Margaret Hamburg made opening remarks. Following the discussion panelists answered questions from members of the audience. Kathleen Sullivan moderated. The panel was followed by a keynote address from Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff. He discussed what his department sees as the major threats of the 21st century, and plans they have to counter them. Following his prepared remarks he answered questions from members of the audience. This event was held in the Dirksen Senate Office Building. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204834-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204834-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Moderated by Mr. Krulwich, the panelists discussed biological weapons and warfare. Miller, Engelberg, and Broad are also the co-authors of [Germs: Biological Weapons and America's Secret War], published by Simon & Schuster. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167196-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167196-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Dr. Jeffrey Runge talked about the Department of Homeland Security's role in defense against chemical and biological attacks. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. This was the fifth of a five-part series on select operations of the Department of Homeland Security. The product identification numbers for the other parts are 299528-5, 299569-5, 299570-5, and 299557-6. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299571-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299571-5 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Kay testified about his report on weapons of mass destruction and related programs in Iraq. He also talked about intelligence reports on weapons prior to the war in Iraq, the absence of weapons systems following the war, and what evidence he had forum following the resumption of investigations after the war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180284-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180284-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held the threat to Americans from terrorists armed with weapons of mass destruction. The discussion focused on net assessment of terrorists' capability to employ these weapons rather than worst-case scenarios. Topics included how the odds of these attacks are judged and the policy implications of this analysis. Benjamin Friedman moderted. "Assessing Terrorists' Capability to Use Weapons of Mass Destruction" was the fouth panel of the two-day conference "Shaping the Obama Administrations's Counterterrorism Strategy." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283269-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283269-3 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT A bipartisan group of senators spoke about U.S. policy towards Syria. They expressed support for the Obama administration's latest warning to the Assad regime over the use of biological weapons. Senator Lindsay Graham (R-SC) told reporters he would support a "use of force resolution" to prevent Syria's government from using chemical or biological weapons on its own people. The previous day U.S. intelligence officials said the Syrian military had loaded the precursor chemicals for sarin, a deadly nerve gas, into aerial bombs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309823-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309823-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT A C-SPAN crew visited the U.S. Army Reserve's 310th Chemical Company as they trained for a probable deployment to Salt Lake City, Utah for biological warfare surveillance at the Winter Olympic Games. The 310th is one of only 2 companies in the U.S. Army tasked with providing biological warfare surveillance. The equipment they use, Biological Integrated Detection Systems (BIDS) are the same type of equipment that was stationed around the Pentagon to monitor the air there for potential biological agents released by terrorists groups. The 310th was called up from reserve to active duty in response to terrorist attacks on September 11. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168540-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168540-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lieutenant Colonel Lecakes spoke to reporters about chemical/biological warfare and explosive disposal. During the briefing several members of the unit demonstrated equipment and techniques for their operations. He also answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173791-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173791-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former 9/11 Commission members released the bipartisan "WMD Terrorism Report Card" of the Partnership for a Secure America, assessing the U.S. government's current policies to prevent nuclear, chemical, and biological terrorism. Supporting papers were released by independent experts Margaret Kosal, Brian Finlay, and Barry Kellman, who also answered questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281026-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281026-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about past testing of biological and chemical agents involving U.S. Naval vessels and personnel exposure to the agents. They talked about the health impact of the tests and what the Veterans Administration was doing to assist those exposed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173146-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173146-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about threats of bioterrorism and measures implemented to reduce risks and protect civilian populations. Among the topics they addressed were policies implemented following several anthrax attacks in 2001, vaccine development and distribution, and research and development of new technology to be used in the event of an attack with a biological weapon. They also talked about a recent Government Accountability Office report on the issue. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201697-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201697-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Commission members presented a report on their study of the threat posed by weapons of mass destruction. The report stated that a nuclear or biological attack is likely within five years and called for decisive global action to address the threat. It also singled out Pakistan as a likely location for terrorist training and activity and recommended that a new White House office be formed to coordinate efforts to prevent an attack using weapons of mass destruction. Commissioners also answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282663-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282663-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The hearing was held on assessing the threat of biological terrorism. Tom Brokaw talked about the package containing anthrax that his assistant opened in 2001 and the cultural environment of New York that year. The bipartisan congressional Commission on Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism held its first public hearing on the danger posed by nuclear and biological terrorism at the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281113-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281113-3 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Preston discussed his new book [The Demon in the Freezer: A True Story,] published by Random House. In it, he talks about the September 11 attacks, the anthrax scare that followed, and the threat posed by the smallpox virus. Mr. Preston also talked about being a writer, his transformation since September 11, and the various people he relied on to write his book. A question and answer session followed the speech. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173460-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173460-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the sale of surplus equipment by the Defense Department that could be used in the production of biological and chemical weapons. The equipment was available over the Internet from the Defense Department at discounted prices. They also testified about potentially defective chemical and biological suits issued to local emergency response teams. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178539-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178539-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Government Accountability Office released a report Tuesday assessing U.S. Customs Office security measures in seaports. It reveals that the nation's ports have security gaps that terrorists could exploit to smuggle weapons of mass destruction into the country in cargo containers. Stephen Caldwell talked about the report's findings and suggested solutions. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205348-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205348-2 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Officials spoke to reporters about results of 27 chemical and biological warfare tests undertaken during the Cold War. The tests were part of "Project 112" and took place between 1962 and 1973. They also talked about the historical context under which the test were taken, concerns of veterans who participated in the tests, and the purposes of the tests. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173136-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173136-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The three co-authors talked about their book, [Germs: Biological Weapons and America's Secret War] and answered questions from members of the audience. Mr. Rose moderated the discussion. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167010-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167010-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representative Ruppersberger (D-MD) spoke to reporters and answered questions following a closed briefing on the possible use of chemical weapons by the Assad regime in Syria. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312394-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312394-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Blix and Mr. El Baradei spoke to the Security Council about the results of weapons inspections in Iraq. Mr. Blix said that while Iraqi officials had been cooperative with access to sites they had not bee forthcoming in providing information about biological and chemical weapons development or destruction. Mr. El Baradei said that he had found no evidence of nuclear weapons programs and asked for more time to conduct inspections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174773-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174773-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Lyons, President of Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, hosted a book party for Sen. Frist, author of [When Every Moment Counts], at Mr. Lyons' home in Washington, DC. The book advises citizens on how to protect their families from biological agents such as anthrax and smallpox. It also explores the dangers posed by chemical weapons and the vulnerabilities of our food and water supplies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169492-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169492-3 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about the threat of biological terrorism, Japan's response to a 1995 sarin gas attack on the Tokyo subway system, U.S. reaction to anthrax mailings, and future responses to biological and chemical threats. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173696-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173696-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Pentagon employees were issued emergency escape masks, designed to help protect them from a possible chemical or biological attack. They were shown how to use the masks. Interviews with Mr. Noe and several Pentagon employees were also shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175535-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175535-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Whitney talked about the book he edited [The WMD Mirage: Iraq's Decade of Deception and America's False Premise for War], published by Public Affairs. He argues that the United States relied on faulty intelligence in making the decision to go to war in Iraq. He was joined in the discussion by Patricia Wald, Commissioner of the Committee on the Intelligence Capabilities of the U.S. Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction; and Charles Duelfer, former head of the Iraq Survey Group. The panelists talked about the failures of the U.S. intelligence community as well as continuing questions about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. After the discussion, they responded to audience questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186891-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186891-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT In their final report, [World at Risk], the Commission on Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction, Proliferation and Terrorism concluded that unless the world community acts decisively and with great urgency, it is likely that a weapon of mass destruction will be used in a terrorist attack somewhere in the world by the end of 2013. The commission's chairman and vice chairman, former Senators Bob Graham and Jim Talent talked about their findings and recommendations. They responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282661-8 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282661-8 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Kirkpatrick moderated a panel on antiterrorism. Among the issues addressed were curbing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, building international coalitions, and strategies to combat terrorism. Following their remarks participants answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167570-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167570-2 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former weapons inspectors testified about Iraq's weapons capabilities, weapons inspection from 1991 to 1998, and the prospect for future weapons inspections and potential threats from Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172551-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172551-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former U.S. Senator Bob Graham talked about the first public hearing of the Commission on Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism on the danger posed by nuclear and biological terrorism. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. Mr. Graham was also former chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and co-chairman of the House-Senate Joint Inquiry into the events of September 11th, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281013-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281013-4 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The officials talked about the update given earlier that day by the United Nations Monitoring, Verification, and Inspection Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency to the U.N. Security Council regarding Iraqi weapons of mass destruction. They also responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174551-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174551-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the recommendations of the U.S. Commission on National Security for the 21st Century, including the adequacy of the federal government plan to respond to threats to the U.S. homeland. Governor Gilmore is chair of the National Advisory Panel to Assess Domestic Response Capabilities to Terrorism Involving Weapons of Mass Destruction. He presented the recommendations of the panel. Committee chair Senator Lieberman answered a few media questions at the end of hearing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166206-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166206-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT The committee held a hearing on "Agroterrorism: The Threat to America's Breadbasket" to examine the vulnerability of America's agriculture and food industry to terrorist attacks, what the nation must do to defend against "agroterrorism," and how prepared we are to respond to such an attack. Agriculture is a large industry with many points of vulnerability which is a vital part of the American economy, which is a high-priority terrorist target. During the opening statements, Senator Talent spoke to the committee as the chairman of the Agriculture Sub-Committee for Marketing, Inspection and Promotion to urge cooperation. Dr. McGinn focused on the speed with which an outbreak could occur. He urged measures such as the development of a national, highly integrated, automated disease detection and surveillance capability. Dr. Chalk introduced a report released that day by the RAND Corporation outlining vulnerabilities in the food production system and giving specific recommendations for a more aggressive and coordinated defense against a terrorist attack. Dr. O'Keefe focused on the introduction of foreign animal diseases and emergency preparedness at a state level. Dr. Albright focused on the differences between naturally occurring infections and those deliberately introduced. Among other topics he discussed the operations of the Plum Island Animal Disease Center and initiatives being taken to increase national security. Dr. Crawford described the FDA's ten-poiont plan for ensuring the safety of the nation's food supply.Dr. Lambert focused on describing the work of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) that are the front line of defense. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179191-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179191-1 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT