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Defense
Transportation security agency's progress uneven
Most aviation experts agree that the nation's airport security is much better than it was before September 11. And a year from now, they say, it will be much better than it is today. But the system is certainly not perfect today—and unfortunately, it never will be.
Defense
In transportation security, blame game is in full swing
The Bush administration, Congress and the airline industry are pointing fingers over who's to blame for the Transportation Security Administration's problems.
Defense
Air marshals train to tackle terrorism
The Transportation Department is trying to send a message to Congress: a well-trained force of air marshals is better equipped to deal with would-be terrorists than armed airline pilots.
Defense
Transportation Secretary occupies an unlikely space: center stage
When Norman Mineta was named Transportation Secretary, one of his predecessors told him the job was "a snap." Then the Sept. 11 attacks happened.
News
Airport security initiatives raise more questions than answers
Observers of the airport security debate disagree on whether the government has gone too far or not far enough to protect the skies.
Management
FEMA director has a tough act to follow
The new head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has the unenviable task of filling the waders of James Lee Witt, who was often on the scene wherever floods and other natural disasters struck.
Management
FEMA administrator wins management kudos
Both Democrats and Republicans agree that James Lee Witt, head of the Federal Emergency Management agency, represents the best the Clinton administration had to offer.
