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Why U.S. Counterterrorism Policy Is Failing, and Why It Can’t Be Easily Fixed

Posted January 15th, 2016 at 11:57 am (UTC-5)
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Responsible counterterrorism policy, therefore, must not merely disrupt terror cells, impede their planning, and thwart their ability to attract new recruits; it must also tackle the fear that terrorists seek to induce.

I’m a Former U.S. Ambassador and an American Muslim

Posted December 8th, 2015 at 4:11 pm (UTC-5)
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I took my oath of office to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America with my hands on the Quran atop my wife’s Bible. It was one of the proudest moments of my life. I carried the American flag with dignity, honor and distinction.