National Security-Federal and Local Government Roles

This video originally aired on Tuesday, February 22, 2005.

About This Video

Asa Hutchinson discusses the federal and local government roles in national security, as well as the purpose for the Department of Homeland Security.

Discussion Questions

  1. According to Undersecretary Hutchinson, is homeland security a national or a local responsibility?
  2. Why is the Department of Homeland Security a federal department?
  3. What role should the federal government play in security?

Keywords

Federal Agencies, PRINCIPLES OF GOVERNMENT, Response to Terrorism, State and Local Issues

Related Subjects/Topics

  • Federalism
  • Presidential Cabinet

Speakers

  • Asa Hutchinson