Topic: Jane Harman

Former Congresswoman Jane Harman's appearance in news cycles as President Emeritus of the Wilson Center is noted as a signal of intelligence community involvement. A report by Lucien Kim regarding the Putin mutiny is linked to broader "spook" operations. Observations are made regarding the LinkedIn habits of CIA personnel, specifically those associated with the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism.

Former Congresswoman Jane Harman claimed the U.S. Capitol Dome was the intended target of United Flight 93, contradicting earlier theories about the White House or a presidential compound. Discrepancies regarding the debris field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, are discussed alongside a past statement by Donald Rumsfeld suggesting the plane was shot down.

During a Council on Foreign Relations panel, Jane Harman and other experts discussed potential "catastrophic events" that could disrupt the 2020 election, such as a major terrorist attack or a massive Russian disinformation campaign. The discussion focused on how such events could create doubt about the legitimacy of vote totals, particularly in states with thin margins in the Electoral College.

The hosts examine the leadership of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), noting that it is chaired by Howard G. Buffett, son of Warren Buffett. They list other board members, including former politicians Jane Harman and Olympia Snowe, and argue the organization is a "stacked deck" designed to exclude third-party candidates like Jill Stein. This follows Stein's recent criticisms of the commission's non-partisan status.

DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson appeared at a Wilson Center event hosted by Jane Harman to discuss security preparations for the Super Bowl. Johnson detailed the "marvelous partnership" between federal and local law enforcement, including the use of magnetometers and vehicle screenings. The hosts criticize the focus on "Inflategate" and the general militarization of sporting events, noting that the security measures often feel like theater.

The hosts criticize a congressional panel featuring Frederick Kagan and Jane Harman, labeling it a "propaganda panel." They point out Kagan's ties to the Project for the New American Century and the architects of the Iraq War. Harman's testimony included a confusing analogy about "amoebas" to describe the loose affiliation of terror groups in Syria.

Former Representative Jane Harman is criticized for her appearances on CNN, where she discussed security threats at the Sochi Olympics. The hosts mock her alarmist rhetoric regarding suicide bombers and the deployment of US naval warships to the Black Sea. They characterize her analysis of Vladimir Putin’s "vanity project" and the North Caucasus region as nonsensical and drug-induced.

The hosts analyze statements from Susan Rice and Jane Harman regarding the conflict in Syria. Harman is mocked for suggesting that Syria is geographically close to Russia and that terrorists might travel from Syria to attack the Sochi Olympics. The hosts characterize Syria as the "new Afghanistan" in the eyes of the US intelligence community.

Former Congresswoman Jane Harman discusses the potential split of the NSA and Cyber Command on CNN. She highlights Executive Order 12333, signed by Ronald Reagan in 1981, which authorizes the collection of foreign intelligence without the force of law. The hosts note that Congress is aware of these broad surveillance powers but has historically declined to narrow them.

Former Congresswoman Jane Harman suggests John Kerry should be nominated for "sainthood" for his handling of the Syria crisis. Meanwhile, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad grants an interview to Dennis Kucinich for Fox News, having reportedly turned down George Stephanopoulos and ABC News. The hosts discuss Assad's media strategy in choosing Fox over more administration-friendly outlets.

Rumors circulate that Jane Harman may replace David Petraeus at the CIA. The hosts discuss Senator John McCain's threat to filibuster nominations and the relevance of Senate confirmation hearings. They suggest McCain acts as a "shill" to create controlled controversy for the administration.

The Obama administration's 2010 National Security Strategy (NSS) shifts focus toward "homegrown terrorism" and the role of the internet in radicalization. This policy aligns with HR 1955, a bill aimed at preventing violent radicalization within the United States. Critics argue these measures are a pretext for shutting down free speech and increasing government surveillance of American citizens.

CNN's Wolf Blitzer is accused of "railroading" Congresswoman Jane Harman during a debate over whether the Christmas Day "crotch bomber" should be tried in civilian or military court. The hosts note Blitzer's use of a public opinion poll to silence Harman's defense of the civilian justice system. They suggest this media narrative is a setup for the further militarization of domestic law enforcement.

A clip from a constituent meeting with Representative Jane Harman features a woman, Li Yang, speaking about domestic torture, racial profiling, and FBI misconduct. Though her delivery is unconventional, the hosts suggest her concerns about the government seizing property and targeting citizens reflect a deeper reality of civil liberties being eroded. The segment highlights the type of raw public testimony often found on C-SPAN.