Anonymous writes: [Quote] Over the past few days, I found the story about James Bell in Tacoma who is being hung out to dry it seems. I thought that the group I am associated with would enjoy reading all the info you have on James Bell, so I pieced together some of the posts about him and the link to Wired's articles. That post was not incredibly controversial, nor were any threats made against any person or group by myself or the respondents, yet I have evidence that starting today, I am being watched, and trailed as I drive. Is there something magic about the James Bell case that causes alphabet agencies to investigate those that openly discuss it? This is a real question to which I hope you will reply: Considering the type of data you post on your sites, do you find that you're being watched, or has that period come and gone? Have you ever requested your FBI file through the FOIA? I don't know that I have one, but I may send off a request just to see. I would love to hear your suggestions on how to react to "being watched" if you've been frustrated by similar experiences. Also, on the FOIA. [Unquote] Would the DoD, CIA and FBI use Jeff Gordon's pissant operation to conceal a burgeoning homeland defense Stasi octupussy? Yes, and here's why: Federal Register: April 13, 2001 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Defense Science Board SUMMARY: The Defense Science Board Task Force on Intelligence Needs for Homeland Defense--Follow-On Initiative will meet in closed session on April 11, 2001, at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Albuquerque, NM, April 12-13, 2001, at Sandia National Laboratory, Albuquerque, NM. This Task Force will explore the intelligence ramifications posed by a changing spectrum of threat regimes, including biological, chemical, information, nuclear, and radiological weapons. The mission of the Defense Science Board is to advise the Secretary of Defense and the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology & Logistics on scientific and technical matters as they affect the perceived needs of the Department of Defense. At this meeting, the Defense Science Board Task Force will: consider the board spectrum of intelligence issues from early threat detection to deterrence, through response--including attribution; evaluate the collection and analysis of target-related information and weapon unique information; examine the role of HUMINT against these missions as well as the technology that the HUMINT collectors needs to be equipped with; consider strategic indications and warning and tactical warning dissemination and how the two need to be merged; analyze methodology to correlate large data flows spatially temporally and functionally (Low SNR); and assess the robustness of today's intelligence apparatus for coping with these challenges. In accordance with Section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, P.L. No. 92-463, as amended (5 U.S.C. App. II), it has been determined that this Defense Science Board meeting, concerns matters listed in 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(1), and that accordingly these meetings will be closed to the public. Due to critical mission requirements and scheduling conflicts, there is insufficient time to provide timely notice required by section 10(a)(2) of the [[Page 19145]] Federal Advisory Committee Act and Subsection 101-6.1015(b) of the GSA Final Rule on Federal Advisory Committee Management, 41 CFR part 101-6, which further requires publication at least 15 calendar days prior to the meeting of the Task Force. Dated: April 19, 2001. [Yes, 19.] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Defense Science Board SUMMARY: The Defense Science Board Task Force on Managed Information Dissemination Follow-On Initiative will meet in closed session on April 11-12, 2001, at SAIC, 4001 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA. The mission of the Defense Science Board is to advise the Secretary of Defense and the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology & Logistics on scientific and technical matters as they affect the perceived needs of the Department of Defense. At this meeting, the Defense Science Board Task Force will review the need and feasibility of a coordinated information dissemination capability within the U.S. Government encompassing tactical, operational, and strategic information. Specifically, they will investigate detailed and actionable recommendations with respect to enabling ``channels'' and establishing appropriate ``brand identity''; DoD's role in a U.S. strategic information dissemination capability; policy, legal, and economic issues hindering U.S. capabilities; and identify new and emerging technologies capable of enhancing U.S. capabilities. In accordance with section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Pub. L. No. 92-463, as amended (5 U.S.C. App. II), it has been determined that this Defense Science Board meeting concerns matters listed in 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(1), and that accordingly this meeting will be closed to the public. Due to critical mission requirements and scheduling difficulties, there is insufficient time to provide timely notice required by section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and Subsection 101- 6.1015(b) of the GSA Final Rule on Federal Advisory Committee Management, 41 CFR part 101-6, which further requires publication at least 15 calendar days prior to this meeting. Dated: April 9, 2001. ----------------------------------------------------------------------