| March 10, 2008 Edition |
Readers; Greetings and welcome to another Blackwater Tactical Weekly. As the Presidential campaigns progress, we will cover those issues that affect our industry, from private security contractors to first responders. This week please read about a proposed bill that would limit the use of private security contractors overseas. Also please keep the suggestions coming. We received a link to an interesting article about innovative exoskeleton systems, which you will find in this week's issue. Lastly, thanks also for the dozens of e-mails expressing their continued support of our company and industry. It's nice to know you guys are out there. It's important to let our leaders know how you feel, and this year you have the perfect opportunity by participating in the electoral process. Remember to study the issues and go out and vote. Lots of Americans have paid the ultimate sacrifice so we can have the freedom to participate in the democratic process. John WrennManaging Editor, Blackwater Tactical Weekly Director, Corporate Communications |
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| PROFESSIONAL ARTICLES, EDITORIALS AND OPINIONS |
| Clinton supports bill to ban use of State Department private security contractors March 3, 2008 Legislation that could affect current security operations overseas. Sen. Hillary Clinton has signed on as the first co-sponsor of a bill that would ban the use of all State Department private security contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan. The bill could create a wedge issue with her chief rival for the Democratic presidential nomination, Sen. Barack Obama, D-III., who does not support the measure. March Madness: Homeland Security Issues Warning on Sports Arenas FBI and DHS Issue Warning Just in Time for March Madness March 4, 2008 ABCNews.com Richard Esposito Article on potential security threat. As the spring sports season moves into high gear, the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI today issued an assessment, called “Potential Threats to Popular Sports and Entertainment Venues,” that said arenas and stadiums are attractive “potential targets during events.” Full Story |
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Air Force: Foreign Tanker Bests US Rival March 5, 2008 Breitbart.com Ben Evans, Associated Press Article about new tanker being considered to replace aging USAF tanker fleet. WASHINGTON (AP) - The European refueling tanker that won a $35 billion Pentagon contract last week “was clearly a better performer” than its U.S. rival, Air Force Secretary Michael Wynne told lawmakers Wednesday. Full StoryThe Challenge that is USAFRICOM Second Quarter 2008 Joint Forces Quarterly Issac Kfir Another analysis of AFRICOM and its effect on U.S. operations in Africa. On February 6, 2007, President George W. Bush announced the creation of a new unified military command for the African continent with its own headquarters and staff |
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| Military Soldier Exoskeleton Defense Exoskeleton for bionic supersoldier Rangeresque Project Horizon Here is an interesting site recommended by one of our readers that presents an overview of exoskeleton assist systems. To better hear the sound in the videos go to the bottom and mute the Terminator background music. The history of exploration and development of bionic external skeletal structures goes back nearly fifty years. New Life Saving Technique Triples Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates, Arizona Study Shows - American Heart Association Honors ADHS Team January 10, 2008 Arizona Department of Health Services New technique for saving lives. A new life saving technique is gaining national recognition as an easier and more effective alternative to traditional CPR.Cardiocerebral Resuscitation or “CCR” is a cutting edge alternative to CPR that emphasizes chest compressions and eliminates mouth-to-mouth breathing. Transportation Lab Seeks Radical Change at Airport Checkpoints March 2008M NationalDefense.com Stew Magnuson Innovative way to screen airline passengers. LOS ANGELES — Transportation Security Laboratory Director Susan Hallowell would like to see the day when airline passengers no longer have to take their shoes off after standing in a long line at airport security checkpoints. Spammers Fix On Presidential Candidates For Scams March 5, 2008 Security Pro News David Utter Another novel phishing scam. Junk email based on interest in US Presidential hopefuls and other celebrities tries to hook people into handing over money. ASIS International Partners with the Security Executive Council February 26, 2008 ASIS Michael J. Stack Press release of partnership of interest for security professionals. Alexandria, Va. (Feb. 26, 2008) – ASIS International, the preeminent society for security management professionals, and the Security Executive Council, an international membership organization for public and private sector security executives, have formed a partnership to provide leadership tools and solutions to benefit members of both organizations and the security industry. ASIS will offer SEC's innovative leadership materials—including books, presentations and research reports—in the ASIS bookstore |
| FRANKS REVIEW |
Tactical Equipment EvaluationImprovising With Zip-TiesWhen I first went in the Army everything was held together with ALICE clips. A large improvement came in with the Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE). A number of manufacturers now make a collection of pouches and other equipment that mounts via the MOLLE system. But what happens when you want to mount something to a platform and one or the other isn't MOLLE compatible? The answer I've found works quite often is zip-ties. As simple as it may sound, using these handy plastic strips to custom build your kit isn't always a simple thing. Full Story Can Be Viewed At: http://www.borelliconsulting.com/evals/other/zipties.htmRecreational Equipment Review
Airsoft For Fun & Training
I remember, at the grand old age of ten, running around the woods with a BB gun (that my parents didn't know I had) wearing heavy clothing and a football helmet playing “war” with my friends. BBs hurt. Thankfully none of us ever got shot with a penetrating BB. We did sport some good bruises though. We showed them off with pride. These days there is another option: Airsoft. Not only are these “toys” excellent for pure enjoyment of shooting, but they can also serve as training tools for teaching tactics or, more important in the recreational world, safe weapon handling. Full Story Can Be Viewed At: |
| CHAPLAINS CORNER |
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| FITNESS CORNER |
Cardiovascular Exercise Principles and Guidelines: Part Two Bodyworks.com Chad Tackett Part II of II part series about basic cardio exercise. For maximum effectiveness and safety, cardiovascular exercise has specific instructions on the frequency, duration, and intensity… Red Bull, Love It Or Hate It February 28, 2008 Medical News Today Christian Nordquist Good article analyzing popular energy drink. Red Bull is a drink which is sold by Red Bull, GmbH, Austria. It is the brand name of the drink, which originated in Thailand and was adjusted to suit the European (Austrian) palate. According to the manufacturers, Red Bull is aimed at people wanting to combat mental and physical fatigue. Full Story | |
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Founded by former Navy SEALs, Blackwater would like to pass on the following important information - The Navy SEAL Memorial needs your help: We have officially entered into the UDT/SEAL Memorial fundraising campaign. This memorial will be dedicated to all of the Naval Special Warfare men who have sacrificed their lives over the past century. The memorial will be located on the UDT-SEAL Museum grounds in Fort Pierce, Florida. The basic design will be a black granite wall with the names, dates, team name and conflict information for each of these 215 valiant men. In the center, will be a bronze statue of a modern day SEAL. The anticipated budget for the memorial project is $200,000. The completion date goal is Memorial Day, 2009. I hope you will decide to help support this worthy project.
Please send your tax deductible contribution directly to the Museum at: Attn: Dave Godshall Checks should be made payable to “UDT-SEAL Museum Memorial Fund.” Please include a copy of this letter with the donation. The Museum is a 501(c)(3) Not for profit corporation. The FIN Number is 59-2569073 Thank you in advance for your heartfelt support. |
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