http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1002711 Daniel Benjamin's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 23 May 2013 11:01:45 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=1002711&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1002711 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} Daniel Benjamin and Bruce Riedel talked about U.S. counterterrorism efforts, including complicated relations with Pakistan, the use of drones by U.S., and al-Qaida's influence internationally. The Brookings Institution hosted the event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310003-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310003-1 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 02:12:06 GMT Panelists spoke about counterterrorism strategies and lessons learned in recent efforts to eradicate terrorist groups such as the Nepali Maoists, the Taliban, and al-Qaida. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305797-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305797-1 Thu, 03 May 2012 02:32:46 GMT Daniel Benjamin testified on the State Department's counterterrorism budget and some of the biggest terrorism threats to the U.S. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305525-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305525-1 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:59:56 GMT Daniel Benjamin spoke to reporters about the State Department's newly established Counterterrorism Bureau. Topics included the bureau's role and importance in fighting terrorism globally. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303503-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303503-1 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:10:48 GMT Officials and Middle East experts testified on U.S. counterterrorism efforts in Yemen. Among the topics they addressed were recent political unrest in the country, al-Qaida's presence in the region, development aid programs, and the future of Yemen. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300585-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300585-1 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:29:58 GMT State and Treasury Department officials testified about the impact that U.S. economic sanctions are having on Venezuela. They also discussed further steps that may be taken against Venezuela, including the possibility of designating it a state sponsor of terrorism. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300208-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300208-2 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:11:48 GMT State and Treasury Department officials testified about the impact that U.S. economic sanctions are having on Venezuela. They also discussed further steps that may be taken against Venezuela, including the possibility of designating it a state sponsor of terrorism. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300208-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300208-1 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:42 GMT Witnesses testified about the U.S. relationship with European, Middle East and Asian allies, as well as international counterterrorism operations. They also talked about Pakistan and whether the government was aware that Osama bin Laden had been living in the country. Witnesses also stressed the need to maintain bilateral relationships with European member states. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299344-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299344-1 Thu, 05 May 2011 18:31:36 GMT Dan Benjamin gave the keynote address at a New America Foundation event on assessing the threat of al-Qaeda threat 10 years after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. He spoke about the different arms of the al-Qaeda network and their relationship to the core. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299219-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299219-3 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:31:48 GMT Daniel Benjamin talked about efforts to combat terrorism in Yemen. He focused on the history and growth of al-Qaida in Yemen, and the ability of Yemen's government to fight terrorism in its country. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295363-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295363-1 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:56:36 GMT Daniel Benjamin spoke to reporters about new counterterrorism measures. Following his remarks P.J. Crowley briefed reporters and answered questions. Topics included the possibility of reopening talks with North Korea and the start of Middle East peace talks http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295259-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295259-1 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:23:12 GMT Daniel Benjamin and Russ Travers briefed reporters and answered questions on the release of the annual congressionally mandated Country Reports on Terrorism 2009. Topics included the "state sponsor of terror" designation, Anwar Al-Awlaki, and specific groups in the report. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294924-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294924-1 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:03:42 GMT Officials testified about the international an regional security threats posed by Hezbollah, including its role in Lebanon and support it receives from Syria and Iran. They said that the Obama administration viewed Hezbollah as a major threat to the interests of Lebanon, the United States, Israel, as well as the broader Middle East. Among the issues they addressed were the group's terrorist activities, efforts to cut off financing and illicit arms sales, as well as diplomatic efforts to isolate challenges to regional security. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293944-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293944-1 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 04:03:36 GMT Daniel Benjamin spoke about U.S. counterterrorism efforts. Among the issues he addressed were the evolving threat and increasing resilience of al-Qaida and other terrorist organizations, as well as the attempted car bombing in Times Square and the December 2009 airline bomb plot. Prior to his appointment, Benjamin was a senior fellow in foreign policy studies and director of the Center on the United States and Europe at the Brookings Institution. A former senior fellow in the International Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, the ambassador has also served on the National Security Council and as director for counterterrorism in the Office of Transnational Threats. He is the coauthor, most recently, of [The Age of Sacred Terror]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293649-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293649-1 Sat, 22 May 2010 02:46:24 GMT Daniel Benjamin spoke about Obama administration counterterrorism tactics and strategy. Topics included how the Obama administration is facing terrorist threats to U.S. security and State Department targets, including undermining terrorist organizations, partnering with local government officials, and allowing local voices to take a lead and forming partnerships with these local actors already in the community. Following his remarks he responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292832-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292832-1 Sat, 03 Apr 2010 01:29:57 GMT During the State Department Daily briefing, Daniel Benjamin spoke to reporters and answered questions about counterterrorism efforts in Yemen. Following his remarks Mr. Crowley continued with the briefing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291637-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291637-1 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:24:53 GMT Panelists talked about the first year of the Obama administration's counterterrorism policies. Topics included the attempted Christmas Day bombing of Northwest Flight 253. Following their remarks they responded to audience members' questions. Following the panel discussion David Benjamin delivered the keynote address. He talked about U.S. efforts in Yemen in the wake of the bombing attempt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291298-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291298-1 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:45:05 GMT A panel discussion was held on the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, the previous week. The discussion focused on the extremist networks allegedly responsible for the assaults, the increasing tensions between India and Pakistan, how India and the U.S. should respond to the crisis, and the repercussions for the broader region and the NATO mission in Afghanistan in particular. Daniel Benjamin moderated. They responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282664-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282664-1 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:05:14 GMT French Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Bernard Kouchner talked about the future of relationships between the United States and Europe under the Obama administration. France holds the rotating presidency of the European Council. Daniel Benjamin moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282376-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282376-1 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:38:26 GMT A panel discussion was held on U.S. counterterrorism strategies for the future as outlined in a new paper, "Strategic Counterterrorism," written by Daniel Benjamin. Mr. Benjamin talked about the drawbacks of using military force in combating terrorism and elaborated on the need for a positive agenda for the Muslim world. Following Mr. Benjamin's remarks, panel members responded. Daniel Byman made introductory remarks and moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281978-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281978-1 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:28:08 GMT Panelists spoke about armed conflict between Russia and Georgia over separatist regions of Georgia. Topics included troop movements and the tactical situation in the region, potential diplomatic solutions, as well Russian policy toward its neighboring former Soviet states. Also discussed were U.S. and European options for engagement with Russia and its neighbors. Steven Pifer moderated the discussion, after which panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280448-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280448-1 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 21:32:36 GMT Secretary General de Hoop Scheffer talked about the effectiveness of the International Security Assistance Force operation in Afghanistan and what is needed to achieve success for NATO and the international community as a whole. Topics included the transformation of NATO from a Cold War alliance to a twenty-first century security organization, how to share risks and burdens more fairly and equitably among the member nations, how to modernize operational capabilities, and the upcoming Bucharest summit. Carlos Pascual introduced the secretary general, and Daniel Benjamin moderated an audience question and answer session at the conclusion of the secretary general's remarks. This program was held at the University of California Washington Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204243-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204243-1 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 10:37:47 GMT Two House subcommittees held a joint hearing on "Rendition to Torture: The Case of Maher Arar." Testifying by remote connection, Mr. Arar, a Canadian, described being detained at JFK Airport and deported to Syria where he was imprisoned and tortured. Professor Roach testified by remote connection about a Canadian independent commission report which showed that Mr. Arar had committed no offenses. Other witnesses testified in the hearing room about the practice of extraordinary rendition, illegal interrogations, the Geneva Convention, and international law. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201597-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201597-1 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 02:08:09 GMT Witnesses testified about developing future strategies to fight terrorism, the nature of the international terrorist threat, the use public diplomacy to sway opinion, and challenges in building effective methods to combat terrorism. Current and past counterterrorism officials also spoke about a report on programs and efforts to date, adaptations made by terrorist organizations to changing U.S. strategies, and the long-term future of terrorist activity. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192970-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192970-1 Wed, 14 Jun 2006 01:32:46 GMT Daniel Benjamin talked about the status of the U.S. war on terror after the death of Zarqawi, and a look at existing terrorist groups the U.S. may now focus on. He wrote about this topic in the June 9 [New York Times] and is testifying before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 13 on counterterrorism. He also responded to audience telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192832-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192832-5 Mon, 12 Jun 2006 13:07:21 GMT Former Governor Warner and Senator Bayh spoke to reporters about Democratic Party policy concerns related to security issues. They talked about the party's agenda for meeting security challenges and answered questions from the audicnce. Following their remarks a panel talked about the release of a book of essays by 19 Democratic foreign policy and national security experts proposing their agenda for winning the war against jihadist terrorism. The book, [With All Our Might: Defeating Jihadism and Defending Liberty], published by Rowman and Littlefield, was edited by PPI president and panel moderator Will Marshall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192422-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192422-1 Tue, 09 May 2006 14:02:30 GMT A panel discussion was held on the future of the U.S. military and irregular warfare. Among the topics panelists discussed were global security issues; irregular warfare tactics and strategy; and the challenges facing the U.S. military responses to future threats. Major General Lambert, former commander of the U.S. Army Special Forces as well as former commandant of the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, used a PowerPoint presentation during his discussion on nuanced warfare. Following their remarks, the panelists responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. Mr. Peterson moderated the panel. Other members of the panel included Linda Robinson, the author of [Masters of Chaos: The Secret History of the Special Forces], published by PublicAffairs, and recipient of the 2004 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Reporting on National Defense; Major James A. Gavrilis, U.S. Army Special Forces officer currently assigned to Joint Staff, Pentagon, who served two tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom while assigned to the 5th Special Forces Group; Daniel Benjamin, co-author of [The Next Attack: The Failure of the War on Terror and a Strategy for Getting it Right], published by Times Books; and Clark A. Murdock, principal author of [Improving the Practice of National Security Strategy: A New Approach for the Post-Cold War World], published by the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS), and lead investigator of the CSIS [Beyond Goldwater-Nichols] Study. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190057-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190057-1 Wed, 23 Nov 2005 06:43:40 GMT Daniel Benjamin and Steve Simon talked about their book [The Next Attack: The Failure of the War on Terror and a Strategy for Getting it Right], published by Times Books. In the book, the authors showed how the terrorist threat is evolving, with a broadening array of tactics, an army of new fighters and a widening base of support in the global Muslim community. They made the case that America has the capacity to stem the tide of Islamic terrorism, but that this will require a far-reaching and creative new strategy, one that is less militarized and more committed to reform. They also argued that America's increasing tendency to frame the conflict in religious terms has undermined our ability to advance our interests. After their presentation, the authors were joined in a panel discussion. After the discussion, the panelists responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. Daniel Benjamin and Steve Simon are also the authors of [The Age of Sacred Terror], published by Random House. Paul Pillar was deputy chief of the Counterterrorist Center at the CIA and is the author of [Terrorism and U.S. Foreign Policy], published by Brookings Institution Press. U.S Senator Jack Reed is a member of the Armed Services Committee. Mr. Woodward is the author of [Plan of Attack] and of [Bush at War], both published by Simon and Schuster. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189756-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189756-1 Sun, 13 Nov 2005 07:30:04 GMT Participants talked about U.S. counterterrorism efforts, popular anti-American sentiment around the globe, improving investigations and enforcement of anti-terror laws, and intelligence reforms to improve national security. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184654-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184654-5 Thu, 02 Dec 2004 19:01:02 GMT The speakers talked about terrorism, homeland security, and related issues. Following their prepared remarks, they responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174025-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174025-1 Thu, 28 Nov 2002 05:07:46 GMT Former intelligence officials spoke about alleged links between al-Qaida terrorist and Iraqi President Saddam Hussein. At issue were claims by the Bush administration that such links existed and whether the claims could be supported by intelligence evidence. Following their remarks they answered questions from reporters in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173709-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173709-1 Thu, 07 Nov 2002 01:31:24 GMT The guests talked about their book, [The Age of Sacred Terror], published by Random House. The book is about the rise of al-Qaida and the efforts of the Clinton Administration to combat it. They also responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Note: Steve Scully conducted the interview via video link from Tampa, Florida, with the guests in the C-SPAN studio in Washington. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173043-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173043-2 Mon, 07 Oct 2002 11:50:24 GMT