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Russian hacking: Listen to the intelligence community

Posted on January 7, 2017 by tgilson

  Those of you who have been reading these posts over the years know that I have a strong belief in our intelligence community and a deep passion for its necessity and its members. The past few weeks have angered … Continue reading →

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Embassy closures: Are we erring too far on the side of caution?

Posted on August 10, 2013 by tgilson

For those of us who have lived in countries when embassies close, it can be a very isolating feeling.  The first time it happened to me I was reminded that the purpose of a U.S. Embassy is NOT to be … Continue reading →

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A first look at ‘The Very Dangerous Liaison’

Posted on June 22, 2013 by tgilson

Now that you’ve seen the book trailer about Alex’s next adventure, here’s a first taste of The Very Dangerous Liaison. Excerpt 1 She approached the beach house steadily with all her senses finely honed.  She had a package to deliver … Continue reading →

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North Korea: Threat or a case of chest-pummeling?

Posted on April 6, 2013 by tgilson

My father served in South Korea in 1960 and fell in love with Kimchi, the national dish of Korea.  It is a fermented dish with cabbage and other vegetables as its base.  It is full of garlic. I have always … Continue reading →

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The week in politics: SOTU, water, drones and talking heads

Posted on February 15, 2013 by tgilson

What a week of staring at television (perhaps there is a reason for the nickname, “the boob tube”?).  The State of the Union (SOTU) was not the inspiring, wake up call to “what the future can bring” speech.  Let’s start … Continue reading →

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The Petraeus Scandal: You can’t make this stuff up

Posted on November 16, 2012 by tgilson

This week I thought I was reading one of my own plots when every morning there was a new twist to the Petraeus scandal. I couldn’t believe it from the very start.  Having spent some time in the intelligence world, … Continue reading →

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The name is Bond …

Posted on October 12, 2012 by tgilson

Last week we celebrated James Bond’s 50th anniversary of 007 in the movies, making it longest running movie series in history.  The first book was actually published in 1953 and has delighted multiple generations. As a child, my father took … Continue reading →

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Political conventions: Who’s up for a one-night stand?

Posted on August 31, 2012 by tgilson

As a D.C. resident, I do a happy dance when the political players leave town — at least for the moment — for their respective conventions.  We can park on the street.  The roads have little traffic. Grocery stores do … Continue reading →

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Is logic absent in Washington?

Posted on July 6, 2012 by tgilson

Some days there is so much material on the news that those of us who enjoy talking to the television are overwhelmed.  Today is one such day.  China, politics, the intelligence world, all are being commented upon.  In addition, there … Continue reading →

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Should the public know anything about covert affairs?

Posted on June 29, 2012 by tgilson

What an amazing time to be starting a blog about the Intelligence world!  As many of you may know, there have been an unprecedented amount of leaks about operations in the past year.  Unlike when Valerie Plame’s name was released … Continue reading →

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