Capt. Glenn Sulmasy, national security law expert and popular media commentator, will speak in Old Lyme this evening on the issues created by NSA surveillance. Sulmasy’s talk will be held in the Fellowship Hall at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the talk beginning at 6 p.m.
Since 9/11, there has been a seismic shift in how this country views and conducts its national security efforts. But until NSA leaker
Edward Snowden came forward to tell the world about the staggering scope of that agency’s surveillance efforts within the United States and abroad, very few were aware of it -including most of Congress.
Sulmasy, a fellow in Homeland Security and National Security Law for the Center for National Policy in Washington D.C., publishes and lectures widely on the law of armed conflict, and is a sought-after speaker on national security matters – both domestically and internationally.
Regarding Syria, Captain Sulmasy says: “A connected issue, the Syrian crisis is fascinating to watch unfold … and even better to debate. It offers the opportunity for serious dialogue on US foreign policy, diplomacy, executive power, and the role of Congress in 21st century use of force options. As the potential for attacks unfolds in the coming weeks, I have been at the center of the legal and policy debates, both within government as well as providing popular media commentary on this topic.”
Ticket price is $5, but call 860-767-0087 in advance to see if tickets are still available. No tickets will be sold at the door.