The 9/11 Commission recently released their report, citing important changes which need to be made to improve our nations homeland security. I voiced my disappointment with the House leadership when this report was left until after the August recess for action. – Leonard Boswell
Our nation was founded on the principals of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. – Leonard Boswell
The National Intelligence Director needs the authority to do the job we are asking him to do. That means power over the intelligence budget. And to be effective, to be allowed to do his or her job, they must have authority over the budget. – Leonard Boswell
The 9/11 Commission strongly recommends that the National Intelligence Director be fully in control of the budget, from developing it to implementing it, to ensuring that the National Intelligence Director has the clout to make decisions. – Leonard Boswell