What does the latest official pronouncements about the foundational myth for the "War on Terrorism and the 9/11 Wars" reveal about credibility of the U.S. government? Who can be believed in a time of war and psy-ops? What are the real problems that face Americans and humanity? Where are the solutions? How can people rein in militarism and government abuse and corruption?

Hear two former top officials who have left government to champion for empowering people and reining in the fusion of government, corporate, media and military power today, Thursday May 12, 2011 from 5-6 pm (EST) on Community Currency on Progressive Radio Network.

Dr. Robert M. Bowman, Lt. Col., USAF, ret. is President of the Institute for Space and Security Studies, the recipient of the Eisenhower Medal, the George F. Kennan Peace Prize, the President's Medal of Veterans for Peace, the Republic Aviation Airpower Award, the Society of American Military Engineers' ROTC Medal of Merit (twice), the Air Medal with five oak leaf clusters, the Meritorious Service Medal, and numerous other awards, he is one of the country's foremost authorities on national security.

Colonel Bowman flew 101 combat missions as a fighter pilot in Vietnam and directed all the DoD "Star Wars" programs under presidents Ford and Carter. Professor Bowman taught at 5 colleges and universities, serving as Department Head and Assistant Dean. His Ph.D. is in Aeronautics and Nuclear Engineering from Caltech. He has lectured at the National War College, the United Nations, Congressional Caucuses, the Academies of Science of six nations, and the House of Lords.

Dr. Bob Bowman ran for President in the Reform Party in 2000 and was the Democratic candidate for the US Congress from the 15 th Congressional District of Florida in 2006. Bob and his wife of 54 years, Maggie, have 7 children and 21 grandchildren.

Former Senator from Alaska Mike Gravel gained national attention when he read the Pentagon Papers into the Congressional Record. For the last two decades, he has worked to establish a National Initiative process to empower citizens. He ran for president in 2008, and more recently is leading efforts for a series of state ballot initiatives calling for a new investigation of 9/11.

Mike and Bob are also old friends, and will be speaking together in the Bay Area May 19th on Creating a New Path To Peace and Prosperity.

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