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"Change We Can Believe In"

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce "Change We Can Believe In". Early this week, President Barack Obama's Administration and the Department of Defense announced a substantial increase to the 2011 Missile Defense Budget. The amount, $9.42 billion, equals a 6.13 percent increase from the 2010 budget. This increase, $577 million, recovers close to half the amount that was cut by the President and Secretary Robert Gates a year ago.

True Grit

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On a perfect sunny winter afternoon in California standing on the flat rocks of the Ronald Reagan Memorial overlooking the missile silos on the Pacific shoreline at Vandenberg Air Force Base, the Ground-Based Interceptor (GBI) engines light up with brilliance and the rocket disappears for a few seconds in the clouds of exhaust. The rocket reappears, accelerating and ripping through the clear sky with a single white vapor trail arching overhead as the low thunder sound doesn’t catch up to what you are watching.

U.S. Speeding Up Missile Defenses in Persian Gulf

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

"...That is a Promise."

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

"Now, even as we prosecute two wars, we're also confronting perhaps the greatest danger to the American people -- the threat of nuclear weapons. I've embraced the vision of John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan through a strategy that reverses the spread of these weapons and seeks a world without them."

Friend or Foe

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In an agreement with the United States, the Polish Defense Minster Mr. Bogdan Klich announced that U.S. Patriot Air Defense Units will be placed in a Polish Military Base located 35 miles from the border of the Russian enclave, Kaliningrad, which is in the vicinity of Morag, in northern Poland. The U.S. Patriot Air Defense Units are a terminal phase missile defense system that engages and destroys missiles in the atmosphere and are designed specifically for short-range tactical missiles and aircraft over a small tactical valued area.

A League of its Own

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our membership, I am honored to announce that Ambassador Eric Edelman, the former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy from 2005 to 2009 serving under Secretary Robert Gates has accepted a position on the Missile Defense Advocacy's Advisory Board. Ambassador Edelman has served as the former Ambassador to Turkey from 2003 to 2005, the former Ambassador to Finland from 1998 to 2001, and former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Soviet and East European Affairs, as well as serving at the US Embassy in Moscow as the head of the external political section.

Chinese Checkers

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The People's Republic of China successfully deployed, launched and intercepted a missile with its debut of a self-developed missile defense system. China now becomes the 12th nation with a deployed active missile defense interceptor system protecting their homeland following South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Kuwait, UAE, Israel, India, Russia and the United States. This increases existing momentum of an international movement towards missile defensive as the system is seen as an integral part of national security which increases deterrent against those nations that would threaten their homelands.

Deal or No Deal

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Breaking Video - Iran Launches Long-Range Missile

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran on Wednesday test-fired an upgraded version of its most advanced missile, the Sajil-2, which is estimated to have a firing range of up to 1,200 miles. Iran's successful missile test means that they are now capable of hitting Israel, U.S. military bases in Gulf, and parts of Europe.

MDAA Defender of the Month

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As a small recognition to those men and women that serve in deployed operational Missile Defense Systems in our nation and around the world who defend and protect our homeland, our armed forces and allies, MDAA is putting forward a “ Defender of the Month” series, which will culminate with a “Defender of the Year” award in December 2010. The recipient is selected amongst and by their peers for their leadership, service and sacrifice in the duty of missile defense. The Defender of the Month is awarded a plaque and is featured on MDAA’s website for the month.

Defending the Holy Land

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Breaking News Alert

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday evening the Senate approved the 2010 Military Construction-Veterans Affairs spending bill and by unanimous consent a proposal by Senate Appropriations Chairman Daniel Inouye to provide $68.5 million, redirected from fiscal 2009 funds, to build an Aegis missile defense test site at the Pacific Missile Range Facility on the western shores of Kaua'i, Hawaii.

Home on the Range

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama's new missile defense plan to protect our troops and European as well as Middle Eastern allies from the significant and growing threat of short and medium range ballistic missiles from Iran and other potential threatening states resides and is dependent on the successful development, demonstration and deployment of remote forward sensors and the Aegis SM3 Block 1A and 1B defensive missiles on ships at sea and ashore in Europe and the Middle East by 2015. The President's missile defense plan further promises a development and deployment of upgrading these same systems with SM3 Block 2A and 2B defensive missiles that would protect Europe and the United States from intermediate and long range ballistic missiles respectively by 2018 and 2020.

A Win

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends, It is with great respect to the Department of Defense and to the Secretary of Defense, Robert Gates, that their decision to only field half of the Ground Based Interceptor (GBI) silos in Missile Field 2 at Fort Greely, Alaska, has been reversed, as the Department of Defense will now fully construct, complete and field all of the 14 silos in Missile Field 2. This decision by the Secretary of Defense is sound and cost-effective for the U.S. tax payers and its a forward risk reduction position for our nation and our public for their security against threats of long-range ballistic missiles. The United States can now have the capability and capacity to deploy 44 Ground-Based Interceptors (GBIs) in 44 silos. This is a significant decision that will allow our nation to have a 'hedge' and lower the risk to our national security if in the future Iran, North Korea or other rogue nation states choose to threaten the United States with intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). With this decision, the current long-range ballistic missile defense for all of our nation, including Hawaii and Alaska, will have (20) silos in Missile Field 3, (14) Silos in Missile Field 2, (6) Silos in Missile Field 1 in Fort Greely, Alaska and (4) silos in Vandenberg AFB, California for a total of (44) Silos. However, the 6 silos in Missile Field 1 in Fort Greely are still scheduled to be 'moth balled' once missile field 2 is constructed and in full operation. The Administration is standing firm on deploying 30 GBI's for our nation's protection but clearly has the opportunity to increase those numbers up to 44 if the threat becomes more apparent. A decision is still being decided by the Department of Defense whether or not to field all of the silos in missile field 2 in Fort Greely, Alaska with Ground-Based Interceptors. We encourage and support a decision to fully deploy the 14 missiles in missile field 2, as deploying the GBIs in the newest silos would lower cost, reduce risk and hold higher confidence for those that command and man the missile defense system. We applaud and appreciate the rational thinking done by the President, the Department of Defense, the National Security Council and the current Administration to complete missile field 2 in Fort Greely. We also extend our gratitude to the support given by the leadership from Democratic Senator Mark Begich of Alaska and his colleagues for bringing the decision on Missile Field 2 for reconsideration to the Secretary of Defense, Robert Gates. Click here to view Senator Begich's Press Release MDAA has been at the forefront of this issue and had the honor and privilege of visiting Fort Greely, Alaska this past September to view the missile fields. Click here to view our statement This significant and definitive decision by the Secretary of Defense and the President to reassess the current world and future threats to our national security and homeland is a leap forward from what it was earlier for the protection of the American public from long-range missiles.

"Samurai"

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Against the early evening clear sky off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii the Japanese Kongo class destroyer, JS Myoko detected, tracked, and launched an SM-3 Block 1A missile, obliterating a target ballistic missile, unequivocally demonstrating their capability to destroy any currently deployed North Korean ballistic missiles threatening the people of Japan. This milestone event marks the debut of the third Japanese Kongo Class Destroyer with ballistic missile defense capability that will patrol and defend the seas surrounding Japan against the threat from North Korea to their homeland. Having three Aegis-equipped ships with ballistic missile defense capability allows the defensive forces of Japan to patrol and protect the people of Japan, continuously 24 hours a day and seven days a week.

God Bless Texas

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Last week in El Paso, Texas at Fort Bliss, the second THAAD battery and its 99 United States Army Soldiers were activated. The THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) is an integral part of a layered missile defense system that our President, the Secretary of Defense and U.S. Congress fully endorse and is part of the "new missile defense architecture" for the protection of our deployed troops overseas and allies.

May God Bless this Ship

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen and the Chief of the Naval Operations, Admiral Gary Roughead commissioned the USS Wayne E. Meyer, DDG 108 named after the recently departed Admiral Wayne Meyer, who was known as the "father" of the Aegis Combat System in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania this past week.

A Step in the Right Direction

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Last night, Members of the United States Senate passed, with overwhelming support, an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, directing Lt. General Patrick O'Reilly, Director of the Missile Defense Agency, to provide options by February 1st next year to deploy an additional Ground-Based Interceptor site in Europe or the United States to provide defense for our nation against future long-range missiles from Iran.

MDAA Alert: Clear and Present Danger

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After discovering Iran's second nuclear site which confirmed their intention to disperse and protect non civilian nuclear development coupled with their ballistic missile launches the policy emphasis should be given on assisting Israel with obtining adequate missile defense capabilities.

Overview of Iranian missile capability

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following article providesup-to-date information about missiles currently deployed by Iran.

Obama in Iran inspection demand

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

US President Barack Obama says Iran must give UN inspectors "unfettered access" to its second uranium enrichment facility within two weeks. Speaking after multi-party talks with Iran in Geneva, Mr Obama said that US patience was "not unlimited".

Iran, Major Powers Reach Agreement On Series of Points

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Supports Successful Delta II STSS DEMO Launch

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: At Risk

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Barack Obama and Secretary of Defense Robert Gates made a historic announcement yesterday to rescind on previous agreements with the governments of the Czech Republic and Poland to host a missile defense system that would protect the United States and parts of Europe. This decision places the Eastern and Southeastern portions of the U.S. at risk from long-range ballistic missile threats by not protecting those regions as equally as the rest of the country is now currently protected with long-range missile defenses. No realistic solution or alternative was introduced by the President and the Secretary of Defense to replace the long-range protection to our country's Eastern and Southeastern regions provided by those international agreements that are now voided.

MDAA: Breaking Videos and News -- US Changes Course on Missile Defense

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

STATEMENT BY RIKI ELLISON, PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER OF THE MISSILE DEFENSE ADVOCACY ALLIANCE ON TODAY'S MISSILE DEFENSE ANNOUNCEMENT "The withdrawal of the missile defense sites in Europe and introduction of a new missile defense architecture addresses the second and third priorities of missile defense stated today by the JCS and Pentagon of protection for deployed troops and allies but does not address the first stated priority which is the missile defense protection of the United States Homeland. The equal protection of the Eastern United States from long range ballistic missiles from Iran must be addressed as it is not equal to that of the protection provided today for the rest of the country from long range ballistic missiles. The European third site addressed the protection of the Eastern Seaboard of the US Homeland, the new architecture does not." -Riki Ellison

MDAA Alert: Immovable Missiles

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA had the distinct honor and pleasure to meet, engage and tour with the U.S. Soldiers and commanding officers of the 49th Missile Defense Battalion at the missile fields in Fort Greely, Alaska. Every hour of every day these men and women operate our nation's Ground-Based Interceptors (GBI) that protect and keep safe the 50 states of our union from long-range ballistic missiles.

MDAA Alert: Stars Align

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This week in Huntsville, Alabama was a gathering of the highest ranking U.S. military generals who directly oversee missile defense with the U.S. industrial base that develop and produce all the missile defense systems for the U.S. military. This conference enabled proactive communication of expectations and explanations of the current Administration's positioning on Missile Defense and a strategic vision different than the previous Administration that the U.S. military projects to implement.

From Sea to Shining Sea

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was at the Pacific Range Missile Facility in Barking sands, Kauai, Hawaii yesterday and witnessed off the northwest coast a few hundred miles from Kauai on a breezy warm afternoon, the USS Hopper ( DDG 70 ) destroyer which successfully tracked, discriminated and intercepted an ARAV ballistic missile target in its ascent phase. Time of interception was at 5:43pm HST, 3 minutes after the target missile was launched from the Pacific Test Range Facility (PRMF) located on Barking Sands, Kauai. The target missile represented a ballistic missile similar in speed, acceleration and burn of the same short range missiles fired by North Korea on July 2nd and 4th of this year. This intercept marks a first by a U.S. Aegis Destroyer and the second intercept in the ascent phase by the Aegis missile defense system. The ascent phase intercept is a concept of striking a missile after its initial boost phase as it continues to climb to its apogee, and that is what the current administration and the Missile Defense Agency are emphasizing as one of their future growth areas. They believe it will add another important layer to the mid-course and terminal layer defenses deployed today. Another ARAV target ballistic missile was launched approximately an hour later from PRMF in Barking Sands that was tracked and discriminated by the newest software upgrade 4.0. 1 of the current Navy Aegis system and its SPY radar installed on the USS Lake Erie (CG 70). This new sensoring capability enables the Aegis Missile Defense to expand and enhance its existing radar capability so that it can have more range and be more effective in its early ascent phase defense mission as well as the mid-course mission, to do more than the current deployed versions. This system will be used with the future SM3 block1b and the SM3 block 2 missiles, and that will allow the United States more reach into North Korea and Iran from the adjacent seas. The USS Lake Erie (CG-70) and the USS Hopper (DDG 70) were accompanied by the USS Destroyer O'Kane (DDG 77). The USS Destroyer O'Kane was also involved in the test as it simulated tracking and interception of the target ballistic missile. The US Navy Aegis system is one of the most successful missile defense systems that the US has developed and deployed. The Aegis missile defense systems has had 19 successful intercepts over the recent years. This demonstration of US technical prowess in a system that is in place today in the oceans and seas of the world brings high confidence to the US military and our allies to defend and protect against ballistic missile threats from North Korea and Iran. It is has been a great investment by the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Congress, the current Administration and past Administrations that is making our world safer.

A Man is Only as Good as His Word

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The former Republican nominee for President, current U.S. Senator from Arizona, and minority Ranking Member on the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee John McCain has chosen in his current position not to challenge President Obama and this administration on their reduction of funding and deployment of missile defense, as he clearly stated and advocated for missile defense while debating President Obama in front of the American public.

Risky Business

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our membership and true to our mission, MDAA has and will continue to develop and distribute educational one page documents on Missile Defense issues, policies and programs that summarize the position that we as an organization feel should be addressed. These one pagers or “White Papers” are distributed to opinion leaders and elected representatives throughout our nation. Enclosed below is a MDAA White paper that went into circulation this week.

MDAA Alert: To Russia with Love

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This week's discussions in Moscow between President Obama and Russian President Medvedev on future reductions of strategic nuclear weapons/launchers included missile defense. Both presidents agreed on the growing threat, the proliferation of ballistic missiles and the need for missile defenses, releasing the following joint statement to establish cooperation on missile defense.

7-11

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seven North Korean ballistic missiles were fired on July 4th from North Korea into the East Sea, the body of water that separates Japan from North Korea. The seven missiles launched were a mixture of Scud - C short-range ballistic missiles and Rodong/Nodong medium-range ballistic missiles with ranges from 350 miles to 800 miles. These North Korean ballistic missiles were liquid fueled, mobile land-based systems and as such their launch pads and locations were not known prior to their launching. Satellite intelligence can only provide post-launch analysis of backtracking the trajectories to the launch locations after the missiles have been fired. The North Korean demonstration of our lack of detection prior to launch provides very difficult challenges for pre-emptive military action to disable or destroy North Korean ballistic missiles prior to launch in possible future scenarios.

Prelude to Fireworks

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As the North Koreans continue to launch ballistic missiles, firing four today with a high probability of more over the Fourth of July weekend, the United States Senate is assessing, behind closed doors, the Administration's request to reduce missile defense funding for our nation.

Hawaii

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What the North Korea's most recent threat means for the United States and how we're prepared to defend Hawaii from a would be attack.

Think about it

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK), and U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates (C), listen to a brief on a ground-based interceptor missile silo on Fort Greeley, Alaska, June 1, 2009. REUTERS/Jerry Morrison/U.S. Air Force/Handout

What About Tomorrow?

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North Korea detonated a nuclear bomb for the second time with complete disregard to international law...

Change Can't Happen Without You

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This morning at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., the American Public spoke on missile defense and showed their close to unanimity support for missile defense as 9 out of 10 Americans want missile defense from all regions and across the political spectrum.

You Get What You Pay For

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Barack Obama released the Federal Budget for 2010 yesterday here in Washington D.C.

Ubi Concordia Ibi Victoria

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the last day of April this year, in a small sleepy southern shore side town in Virginia on the banks of the Potomac River

John Rood Joins MDAA Advisory Board

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON DC, April 22, 2009 -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org announced today that Mr. John Rood, the State Department's former Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security for the past two years has accepted a position on the MDAA Advisory Board.

Let's Compete

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past week, MDAA is doing what it does best - its fundamental core mission - educating and advocating on missile defense to the American public and as a direct result driven the political will to develop and deploy missile defense. Over the last 8 days MDAA has advocated to the public in a variety of settings from five different states - Nevada, Hawaii, Arkansas, Mississippi, and California. MDAA has engaged personally with three U.S. Senators and two U.S. Congressmen in their respective home states and with their constituents, alongside of them on missile defense. Senator Mark Pryor (D) Arkansas, Senator Daniel Inouye (D) Hawaii, Senator Robert Wicker (R) Mississippi, Congressman Gregg Harper (R) Mississippi, and Congressman Mike Ross (D) Arkansas.

A Memorial for All

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA is proud to announce to you the "Kauai Veteran's Eternal Memorial and Missile Defense Viewing Site" located at Barking Sands, Pacific Range Missile Facility, Kauai, Hawaii. A permanent tribute and memorial to those that have served and those that will continue to serve our Armed Forces and an embedment of missile defense to defend and protect our nation and armed forces.

Defying the Critics

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the heels of one of the most momentous few days for the global need of missile defense highlighted by President Barack Obama's statement of support of missile defense in Prague, and U.S. and international diplomatic failures to prevent the launch by North Korea of a multi-stage missile that flew over Japan, Secretary Robert Gates released his preliminary statements on the budget for missile defense for the FY 2010 budget.

Let Me Be Clear

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"Let me be clear; Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile activity poses a real threat, not just to the United States, but to Iran's neighbors and our Allies."

Breaking News - Diplomacy Fails North Korea Successfully Launches Long-Range Missile

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new security era has begun for our nation and that of our allies in the world. North Korea has successfully tested a long range ballistic missile. This success coupled with the North Korean nuclear weapons makes North Korea a nuclear threat of a rogue nation with an irrational leader that will have the capability to project a nuclear weapon to the territory of the United States and its allies in the near future. North Korea accomplished the successful test in defiance of the United States, the United Nations Security Council and international sanctions placed upon them to include a self imposed "moratorium" on missile and nuclear testing since the early 1990's. Diplomatic efforts particularly by the United States, both current and past Administrations, failed to prevent a launch of a long range missile by a rogue nation.

Dear Secretary Gates

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Today, I delivered on behalf of our membership, a letter to the United States Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates urging the use of all available missile defense assets to the maximum capability to prepare in the face of the uncertainties of the North Korea "Space Launch" that might pose a threat to Alaska, Hawaii and other regions of the United States.

The Compelling Case for Missile Defense

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the shores of one of the most western points of the United States looking over the horizon of the Pacific Ocean facing west, there is concern in this community and state over North Korea and its upcoming long range ballistic missile firing. This concern gravitates within the western pacific region and our United States that border the Pacific. 3 years ago on July 4th, North Korea launched a long range ballistic missile that failied within minutes after its launch, but its headings and direction before it failed, was towards the state of Hawaii and over the Pacific Ocean.

Deal or No Deal

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The United States decision to deploy missile defenses in Europe for the protection of the American Public, U.S. Armed Forces and U.S. Allies is about Iran's growing capability, intent and national will of nuclear ambition coupled with ballistic missiles. Any and all influences that can prevent and stop Iranian efforts to build nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles should be fully endorsed and supported. For the United States of America to stop the deployment of the missile defense system in Europe without complete verification that the Iranian nuclear program is dismantled and destroyed as well as the termination of development and deployment of long and medium-range ballistic missiles would put in jeopardy and risk the lives of the American public, the European public and the U.S. Armed Forces deployed in Europe and the Middle East.

Taking Care of Business

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As North Korea prepares to launch...

It's About Iran

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our nation's future missile defense systems require steadfast focus on Iran, its continual deployment and development of ballistic missiles, its space launch program, its nuclear program and the proliferation of their technologies to the greater Middle East and beyond. There has yet to be a stoppage, a pause, a redirection or a reduction in any one of these Iranian major national initiatives despite the 30 years of international sanctions and diplomatic efforts. The tremendous financial and human investment that the Iranian government has put forward gives little logical reason that Iran will cease these efforts for a diplomatic solution in a world they see themselves threatened by. We as an international community would hope that this would not be the case and it could be resolved with simplicity, trust and openness. In that vein, we wish Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and President Barack Obama the best of intentions, fortitude, luck and success.

The Time is Now

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran's historic first successful space launch on February 2nd, placing its domestically grown satellite "OMID" into an elliptical orbit around the Earth which has reached heights of 224 miles and speeds of 4.6 miles a second is currently being tracked by JSPOC (14th Air Force) at Vandenberg AFB, Calif. OMID has made multiple over flights of the United States and will continue to do so.

A Moment that will Define a Generation

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

I was amongst the close to 2 million plus Americans of all races and creeds enduring the crisp freezing weather, the crowd of massive proportion, the extensive security and hours of waiting on our nation's National Mall to witness the inauguration of our country's 44th President Barack Obama. Anticipation, exhilaration, excitement and joy permeated out of possibly the largest public gathering on United States' soil. It was magnificent to the eye, the ear and the soul that so many came to see, to listen and be a part of our nation's peaceful transfer of power to a democratically elected man that has captured the majority of this nation's vote. President Obama's first speech from the outdoor pulpit in the center of our U.S. Capitol, which spanned an unending view of American faces amongst the nation's greatest monuments, was empowering and inspirational. His diction, grace, smoothness and belief in what and how he spoke to the 2 million of us, came across with clarity, realness and humility that he may indeed fulfill the great expectations that this nation and its citizens have put on him.

Give Credit Where Credit is Due

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As President George W. Bush concludes his 8 years as the Commander in Chief of our nation it is with due respect that one of his most positive achievements and a lasting legacy are the achievements that have taken place over his Presidency with missile defense. The United States withdrawal from the Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) treaty and the decision to deploy a missile defense system at the beginning of his first term, to having a limited missile defense capability deployed during the ballistic missile launches by North Korea, to expanding missile defense in cooperative agreements with 18 countries, highlighted by the signings of the Czech Republic and Poland to host a European Missile Defense site at the end of his term.

War

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends, A war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip continues to escalate as it now enters its 4th day and more than 350 people have died. Israel is poised to move into the Gaza Strip after continued daily air strikes on Gaza. More carnage, destruction and loss of lives will happen as there seems the only end to the conflict is military occupation of the Gaza Strip by Israel to rid and clear Hamas and its ability to launch rockets and missiles into Israel.

372 Years

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier this month the 100th Missile Defense Brigade made up of Army National Guard units from the State of California, the State of Colorado and the State of Alaska successfully operated and engaged our Nation's missile defense systems from their respective states to defend and protect our nation. It is an impressive and responsible mission for these young men and women of the guard who carry the means, the training and the knowledge to implement this complex system. There are 5 console positions that control the national missile defense system that are manned 24 hours a day and 7 days a week in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Fort Greely, Alaska by the 100th Missile Defense Brigade as well as one console position in Vandenberg, California. The 100th Missile Defense Brigade which all these soldiers from three different states report to is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado and is responsible for overall staffing and the force protection of the Ground Based Interceptors located at Fort Greely, Alaska. The 100th Missile Defense Brigade will most likely have these same roles for manning the upcoming interceptor site in Slupsk, Poland.

Missile Defense Proves Its Capability to Defend the Homeland of the United States

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

RONALD REAGAN MISSILE SITE, VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif., Dec. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org was at Vandenberg AFB this afternoon watching the launch of the missile defense ground based interceptor in its successful intercept test today. His comments and observations include the following:

You Made the Nation Safer

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Vice Chairman of the Joints Chief of Staff, General James E. Cartwright acknowledged Lt. General Trey Obering for his leadership of MDA over the past 4 years as General Cartwright awarded the Defense Distinguished Service Medal during his retirement ceremony on Friday, November 21. General Cartwright stated in his remarks that Lt. General Obering gave credibility to missile defense, from a vision 25 years ago to a real and credible system for the 21st century. This credibility has been shown here to our leadership, to our allies and most importantly to those that would threaten the United States of America and its national security interests with ballistic missiles. Without this credibility we would be faced with offensive retaliation as our only option and without credibility, strategy planning or any military weapons system will not work.

A Miss

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Last night, the Japanese ship JS Chokai (DDG-176) off the coast of Kauai Hawaii detected, tracked and launched a Standard Missile 3 (SM-3) which missed a separating ballistic missile target launched from the Pacific Range Missile Facility (PRMF) in Barking Sands, Kauai over the Pacific Ocean. This test was to demonstrate Japanese deployed ballistic missile defense capability to protect its national security and the population of Japan from ballistic missile threats. The test represented a realistic live military exercise for Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) as the JS Chokai (DDG-176) and its crew independently using the ship's Aegis SPY-1 radar to put together a firing solution for the SM3-Block 1A which was launched at 9:24PM and missed the target ballistic missile two minutes later.

The State of Being in Israel

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past few days, MDAA has made an inaugural and historic visit to the country of Israel. Understanding the ballistic missile and rocket threat to this country and its people by their people provides a realism that is much different from our perceptions.

Earth, Wind and Fire

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As the month of September concludes, missile defense continues to assert itself. The United States saw three major missile defense technologies continued to be proven as well as, a deeper embedment of international cooperation and support for missile defense. Remarks of intentions of threats out of the United Nations in New York this week, alongside North Korea's continued assertions of rebuilding their nuclear program and Venezuela's invitation to Russia for a naval fleet visit in the Southern Hemisphere, which has resurrected a Russian deep water naval presence that has been absent for decades, validates real and legitimate needs for missile defense.

Commitment

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Last week, the leader of the Republic of Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk further embedded his decision to host the United States missile defense system by personally visiting the region and the people where the 10 U.S. defensive missiles will be deployed in Northern Poland. The Prime Minister's presentation to the local community as well as his appearance and that of the Defense Minister Bogdan Klich and General Mieczyslaw Stachowiak from the Polish Army to the people of Slupsk community and surrounding areas sent a clear, resounding message to the public of Poland that the agreement with the United States is in the best interests of Poland, its future and for the local community.

United We Stand

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was in Slupsk, Poland this past week on the forefront of the Polish Prime Minister, Mr. Donald Tusk's first visit to the Slupsk Region in Northern Poland this Friday, since the signing of the Missile Defense agreement with the United States.

History is Made

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On a stunning summer day at 1130a.m. this morning in Warsaw, Poland, the Republic of Poland signed an agreement with the United States of America to host 10 U.S. two-stage ground-based missile defense interceptors that will defend and protect NATO and the United States from long range ballistic missiles.

The Perfect Storm

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Over the last few days Russia has fired over two dozen SS-21 Ballistic Short Range Missiles into the country of Georgia, integrating ballistic missile strikes with their conventional military forces. The SS-21 is a road mobile, solid fuel, single stage ballistic missile, which is maneuverable in flight and carries a high-explosive warhead weighing up to 1060lbs. with 150 meter accuracy. It has a range of 43 miles. These missiles have been used by the Russians tactically for psychological and military targets as the Georgians do not have the capability to defend against or defeat ballistic missiles.

We The People...

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The American public has spoken overwhelmingly in support of missile defense. According to a national poll released today by MDAA, 87% of Americans believe that the United States should have a missile defense system. This is the highest percentage of support ever recorded in the history of missile defense.

Clear and Present Danger

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Iran's firing of 9 ballistic missiles yesterday and more missiles today as an escalatory response to military exercises and political rhetoric is unequivocally a Clear and Present Danger to the United States of America and its allies in the Middle East.

Bohemian Rhapsody

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On a beautiful summer day in the heart of Bohemia, Czech Foreign Minister Karel Schwarzenberg and U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice signed a historic Missile Defense framework agreement that includes the basing of the U.S. European Mid-course Radar (EMR) in the Czech Republic.

Hawaii 5-0

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, on a dark cloudy muggy late afternoon day, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system achieved the 29th overall successful ballistic missile intercept and the 5th intercept for the THAAD system since the United States Government made the decision to deploy missile defense in December of 2002.

Sea to Shining Sea

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Mahalo Members and Friends, Yesterday morning at 8:17 am HST, 250 miles off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean, the crew of the USS Lake Erie fired a salvo of two Standard Missiles-Twos (SM2s) at an incoming Scud-like missile launched off the USS Tripoli, a floating launch platform.

It's Hi-Hi-Hey! The Army's On Its Way

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday May 28th in El Paso, Texas at Fort Bliss, headquarters of the United States Army Air Defense Command, Brigadier General Robert Woods, Commanding General of the Army Air Missile Defense Command presided over the historic activation of the Alpha Battery, 4th Air Defense Regiment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system (THAAD). This advanced missile defense system developed and tested over the past 15 years was officially transferred from the Missile Defense Agency to the United States Army as a fully operational working unit.

We Need It, We Want it, and We Want More of It

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends, Today, 27 foreign countries around the world have deployed ballistic missiles,

A Legacy To Our Generation

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n"Welcome to a Spectacular Day and a historic memorial to President Ronald Reagan and Missile Defense.\r\nThe Memorial is as vast and limitless as President Reagan's vision and hope for the Human Spirit and our ability to ensure it and defend it.\r\nIt is appropriate that this memorial views the vast horizon and international borders of our nation.\r\nIt is appropriate that this memorial over-looks the Ronald Reagan Missile Defense Site made up of 4 silos containing 3 ground based interceptors that are protecting our entire nation today from ballistic missiles.\r\nIt is appropriate that this memorial faces the majestic view of our nation and the shining sea where dreams are made.\r\nIt is fitting that this location and the design of this historic memorial be named after President Ronald Reagan and his vision for Missile Defense.\r\nThis vista and monument is more than a testament to President Reagan, it is a Legacy. It is a Legacy to our generation.\r\nIt is a Legacy that must go beyond what is in place today so that someday in the future we may see a day where missile defense has made ballistic missiles obsolete as delivery means of weapons of mass destruction.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1101">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">View a Preview of our new Polish Website</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">\r\n<img src="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/multimedia/files/mdaa_polishicon_2443.gif" border="0">\r\n</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1092">03/25/2008 - Prague to Warsaw through Moscow\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1082">03/19/2008 - Missile Defense Outreach Established in Poland\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1071">03/12/2008 - MDAA tours proposed European Third Site and Attends Press Conference

Prague to Warsaw through Moscow

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nOver the past two weeks, MDAA provided education and advocacy on Missile Defense in four European countries: Austria, Czech Republic, Germany and Poland. The latter three of these central European Countries look to be hosting deployed missile defense systems that would protect their national sovereignty, Europe and NATO as well as offer redundant missile defense coverage of the United States from ballistic missile threats.\r\n\r\nMDAA and two members of its Advisory Board, Lt. General Ronald Kadish (ret.), former Missile Defense Agency Director, and Ambassador Robert Joseph, former Under Secretary of State, visited the potential missile defense site locations and interacted with the communities in the Brdy Region of the Czech Republic and the Slupsk/Ustka Region of Poland, as well as the capitals of these two countries. From our visit and perceptions of the political climate on the national and local levels, we believe both the radar in the Czech Republic and the 10 ground based missile defense interceptors in Poland will be deployed. \r\n\r\nPrimary motivations of hosting Missile Defense differ between the two countries as the Czech Republic wants the responsibility of providing a radar and sensor information for the defense of NATO while Poland views Missile Defense as an enabler to modernize its armed forces. Notably, Iran is not regarded or perceived as a direct threat to Poland or the Czech Republic but is seen as a threat to Europe, NATO and the United States. From our perspective, there continues to be a clear lack of information provided to the public on missile defense in both Poland and the Czech Republic. It is also very clear that the majority of the public sentiments in both these countries are sensitive to Russia.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1092">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">View a Preview of our new Polish Website</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">\r\n<img src="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/multimedia/files/mdaa_polishicon_2443.gif" border="0">\r\n</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1082">03/19/2008 - Missile Defense Outreach Established in Poland\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1071">03/12/2008 - MDAA tours proposed European Third Site and Attends Press Conference\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1068">03/11/2008 - President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland\r\n

Missile Defense Outreach Established in Poland

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nToday MDAA has established a Polish website and named a Polish Director of Advocacy, Dr. Andrzej Jodkowski, to provide independent information to the Polish Public on Missile Defense.\r\n\r\nThis emerging and critical debate on whether or not to host a U.S. Missile Defense site on Polish soil by the Polish people is important, necessary and strengthens as well as respects the democracy now in place in Poland. Both sides of the Missile Defense debate need to be heard, evaluated and communicated to the Polish people.\r\n\r\nMDAA's purpose and motivation is its core belief that deployed Missile Defense systems will make the world a safer place, as these systems protect, deter, dissuade and provide another option than going to war against those entities that have and continue to proliferate and threaten human life with ballistic missiles and nuclear weapon technology.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1082">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">View a Preview of our new Polish Website</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://clients.dcwebdesigners.com/mdaa/website/">\r\n<img src="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/multimedia/files/mdaa_polishicon_2443.gif" border="0">\r\n</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1071">03/12/2008 - MDAA tours proposed European Third Site and Attends Press Conference\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1068">03/11/2008 - President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1062">03/06/2008 - You Can't Stop What is Coming\r\n

MDAA tours proposed European Third Site and Attends Press Conference

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Today, Riki Ellison and two members of MDAA's Advisory Board, Ambassador Robert Joseph and Lt. General (ret.) Ronald Kadish, toured the proposed European ground-based interceptor site which will be located at the Redzikowo Air Force Base, four kilometers north of Slupska, Poland. This tour and review of the site was hosted by the Mayor of Slupska, Maciej Kobylinski.

President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

PRESIDENT BUSH: It's been my honor to welcome the Prime Minister of our very close ally and strategic partner, Poland. We'll both have opening statements, and then we'll take two questions a side.\r\n \r\nI want to thank you for your candor, thank you for your friendship. The people of Poland stand as a great example of freedom and liberty. This is a nation with a proud history, a nation that has resisted tyranny and now lives as an example of a free society. And there are millions of Americans who are proud of their heritage, Mr. Prime Minister; they're proud to be called Polish Americans. And we welcome you.\r\n \r\nI want to thank you for your nation's contributions to the liberation of people in Iraq and Afghanistan. Your troops have performed brilliantly and they'll be coming home based upon success. And I thank your government and I thank the people of Poland for the sacrifices. I also thank you to help the young democracy in Afghanistan survive and thrive and flourish. And some day, Mr. Prime Minister, people are going to say Afghanistan did exactly the same thing that happened in Poland -- people realized the blessings of liberty, and out of those blessings flow peace.\r\n \r\nThe Prime Minister and I had a long discussion about a lot of subjects. One in particular I want to talk about, and that is our mutual security. The United States recognizes the need for Polish -- the forces to be modernized. It's important for our allies to -- when they are worried about the modernization of their forces that friends respond, and we're responding. The first part of a response, of course, is to take inventory of needs. And Mr. Prime Minister, before my watch is over we will have assessed those needs and come up with a modernization plan that's concrete and tangible.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1068">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1062">03/06/2008 - You Can't Stop What is Coming\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1043">02/26/2008 - Bolt On\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=1029">02/21/2008 - Missile Defense Shoots Down Toxic Satellite Mitigating Risk to Human Life\r\n\r\n

You Can't Stop What is Coming

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nThis past week MDAA on behalf of its mission to make our world a safer place by the deployment and development of Missile Defense spent 7 days in the country of Poland. MDAA traveled throughout the country visiting the cities and communities of Krakow, Warsaw, Slupsk and Ustka listening to their leaders and their public on the issue of hosting a Missile Defense site. In addition, MDAA was able to meet with federal and local governments in Poland as well as with non-governmental organizations and think tanks to listen to their concerns about the prospects of hosting a missile defense site.\r\n\r\nFrom MDAA's perspective, two major issues remain within the Polish public and their leaders on the potential completion of an historic strategic security agreement that would place 10 United States two-stage ground based missile defense interceptors on their soil.\r\n\r\n1. Strengthening the Security of Poland\r\n\r\n2. Fair Compensation\r\n\r\nThe ability of the Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his government to have the political courage to move forward on these two issues provided that they are completed to their satisfaction and then their ability to articulate clearly these two issues to the Polish public is the predicament the Prime Minister now faces. The Prime Minister Mr. Tusk visits the United States this weekend and meets with President George W. Bush on Monday, March 10th. The last two rounds of negotiations between the countries will conclude at the end of today in Warsaw. A lack of decision will further put pressure on Poland as the April 2nd NATO Summit meeting nears as well as the U.S. Congressional funding processes in April. \r\n\r\nFrom the United States perspective, these two outstanding issues are easily answered as having a strategic relationship with the world's preeminite military power to host a strategic asset that provides protection of the National Security of the United States and its people as well as its allies in Europe. The United States will defend this military asset because of its vital strategic value thus creating an enhanced security for Poland in addition to its protection from being a NATO member. Secondly, the United States will provide an tremendous long term economic impact into the region of both direct and indirect benefits for the construction and sustainment of the site, the United States is also providing real assets and support to the Poland to enhance and modernize its military forces, a benefit that the United States rarely if at all gives to country's hosting US military facilities.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1062">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1043">02/26/2008 - Bolt On\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=1029">02/21/2008 - Missile Defense Shoots Down Toxic Satellite Mitigating Risk to Human Life\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=1015">02/15/2008 - Out of Space\r\n

Bolt On

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Czech Republic, Poland and the United States are close to consummating a multilateral and bilateral commitment to host a missile defense system that NATO would soon "bolt on" and integrate this system for protection of Europe from ballistic missile threats. This new system would offer protection for the majority of Europe, Northeastern Africa, Greenland, Iceland, the majority of Japan and parts of Russia and China from limited long and medium range ballistic missiles from Iran.

Out of Space

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n \r\nThe Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General James Cartwright, announced that the Aegis Sea-Based Missile Defense system will be used to intercept a falling U.S. satellite containing toxic rocket fuel in order to reduce the risk of harm to human life as well as to manmade platforms in space, in the air and on earth.\r\n \r\nThe capability, the adaptability, the investment and the proven technology of our country's missile defense systems has given our nation and our military an option which it never had before to protect human life globally from falling objects from space.\r\n \r\nThe current threat of a 5,000 pound National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) satellite carrying over 1,000 pounds of Hydrazine gas tumbling down through the atmosphere could be negated by the use of any of the current missile defense systems. All of the deployed missile defense systems, with the exception of Patriot, have successfully intercepted fast moving small objects in space. Since the United States' decision to deploy missile defense in December of 2002, there have been 16 successful intercepts in space by three different missile defense systems.\r\n\r\nThe deployed U.S. Aegis ships, equipped with missile defense capability, offer self contained tracking and discrimination and hold numerous Standard Missile-3s in their berths for multiple shots if required to add redundancy and further reduce the risk. This sea-based system has repeated successes destroying very fast warheads around six feet long and between 1,000 and 2,000 pounds in space (link to testing statistics). The most recent successes were by the Japanese Aegis Ship Kongo on December 17, 2007 and the United States Aegis cruiser Lake Erie (CG 70) on November 6, 2007.\r\n\r\nIn addition to reducing risk to human life globally, the potential kinetic energy intercept of a tumbling, uncontrolled NRO satellite by the Aegis ship's Standard Missile-3 provides a real use military operational case that, in addition to reducing risk to human life, can enhance the current operational development of the SM-3 and its Aegis System. A typical Aegis Missile Defense test costs the Department of Defense around $40 million.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1015">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1004">02/08/2007 - Driven by the Threat\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=988">01/31/2007 - Solidarity\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=826">12/17/2007 - Japan Unilaterally Demonstrates Capability to Destroy North Korean Ballistic Missiles

Driven by the Threat

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nThis week, the highest ranking members of the United States military, the Secretary of Defense, Mr. Robert Gates, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen, testified to Congress and presented the $655 billion budget request for this country's defense and national security for the 2009 fiscal year. Of the $655 billion, which includes a $70 billion supplementary amount, 1.59% is allocated for missile defense, a non-offensive weapons system.\r\n\r\nBoth the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of Defense testified on the need for missile defense. Admiral Mike Mullen put forward the justification of why our country needs increased spending for missile defense. Secretary Robert Gates emphasized the growing Iranian ballistic missile threat, and he expects ground will be broken and an agreement will be signed with Poland and the Czech Republic to host a third U.S. missile defense site this year.\r\n\r\nAt the beginning of the week, the Department of Defense and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) released a detailed budget for the missile defense program. Citing the MDA 2009 budget estimates overview, Lt. Gen. Trey Obering, Director of MDA, in his written statement preceding the MDA budget funding request amounts stated,\r\n\r\n"some 30 nations have now deployed a ballistic missile capability, compared to only eight in 1972, and foreign ballistic missiles were launched more than 100 times around the world in 2007... Currently, North Korea has hundreds of deployable short and medium range ballistic missiles and is developing a new intermediate range ballistic missile and a new short range solid propellant ballistic missile, which it test launched in June 2007. Iran has the largest force of ballistic missiles in the Middle East (several hundred short- and medium-range ballistic missiles), and its highly publicized missile exercise training has enabled Iranian ballistic missile forces to hone wartime skills and new tactics."\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=1004">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=988">01/31/2007 - Solidarity\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=826">12/17/2007 - Japan Unilaterally Demonstrates Capability to Destroy North Korean Ballistic Missiles\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=824">12/14/2007 - Peace through Partnership\r\n

Solidarity

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nThis morning, MDAA had the honor of attending a public address by the Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in Washington D.C. Foreign Minister Sikorski is the lead Polish government official determining the fate and possible agreement of an historic placement of 10 United States ground based defensive missiles in Poland. During his brief visit here, Mr. Sikorski will meet with the Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, the National Security Advisor Steven Hadley and the Vice President of the United States, Dick Cheney. Foreign Minister Sikorski stated that the Polish people view the decision to place a missile defense base in Poland as the nation's most important issue in recent history after their entrance into NATO.\r\n\r\nBelow are my reflections on Foreign Minister Sikorski's statements this morning:\r\n\r\nFrom the Polish perspective, missile defense is a shared strategic view on what we can do together and extending an already special strategic relationship between the two countries. This partnership included most notably full support of the U.S. in Iraq by sending 18,000 Polish troops from the onset to the end of this year and a 1,600 NATO Polish troop presence in Afghanistan with no caveats of their usage. \r\n\r\nIt is a shared vision of President Ronald Reagan, who is revered in Poland, as under his watch and assistance, Poland broke free from the Soviet Bloc in 1989.\r\n\r\nPoland believes deeply in NATO as the most successful alliance ever formed. They believe that increased U.S. military presence in Europe strengthens NATO and stabilizes Europe. As a member of NATO since 1999, Poland has yet to host hard NATO assets in their country as other NATO members are doing. Poland strongly believes in a collective defense as described in Article 5 of the NATO charter.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=988">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=826">12/17/2007 - Japan Unilaterally Demonstrates Capability to Destroy North Korean Ballistic Missiles\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=824">12/14/2007 - Peace through Partnership\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&country=&categoryid=2&articleid=780">12/04/2007 - Air to Air

Japan Unilaterally Demonstrates Capability to Destroy North Korean Ballistic Missiles

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii, Dec. 17, 2007: Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA), reported on December 17, 2007 that at (12:11 p.m. Hawaii time), the Japanese Aegis Destroyer, the JS KONGO (DDG-173), shot down a scud-like target missile similar in speed and size to those deployed by the North Korean military off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii.\r\n\r\nThis historic first missile intercept by Japan demonstrates to the Japanese public that Japan has proven its capability to defend and protect their country from North Korean missiles. The international ramifications of having Japan invest, develop and deploy their own missile defense system that can protect their nation independently of the United States are tremendous. This intercept sends a resounding, persuasive and compelling message to other countries that seek their own self-defense from the threat of ballistic missiles to follow Japan's lead. Moreover, this demonstration further dissuades and deters those countries and entities that choose to invest in ballistic missiles. \r\n\r\nAt (12:05 p.m. Hawaii time) on a tropical day with a slight breeze and scattered clouds in the northern area of Kauai at the Pacific Range Missile Facility (PRMF), a target missile was launched. Within a minute or so after the launch of the target in white cap seas off the coast of Hawaii, the crew of the JS KONGO, using Aegis sensors, located and tracked the target missile and downloaded that information to the Standard Missile (SM-3 Block 1A) located in the vertical launch tubes on the JS KONGO. Moments later at (12:08 p.m. Hawaii time), the defensive SM-3 Block 1A missile was fired from the ship and continued to receive updated information while in flight. At (12:11 p.m. Hawaii time), high above the Pacific Ocean in space, the Japanese SM-3 missile intercepted the target missile launched from Kauai using an internal heat seeking sensor and from the sheer velocity speeds of thousands of miles per hour, both the target missile and the defensive missile were completely destroyed. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=826">Click Here to Read More\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/multimedia/gallery/94/">Click here to view Photos from this test</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=824">12/14/2007 - Peace through Partnership\r\n \r\n<a href=http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=780">12/04/2007 - Air to Air\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=744">11/07/2007 - 4th Missile Defense Intercept in 39 Days\r\n

Peace through Partnership

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On December 13th in Honolulu, Hawaii, MDAA honored the Japanese-American partnership on missile defense to an audience of over 150 people. In attendance were Rear Admiral Katsutoshi Kawano, of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Japan; and the Commanding Officer of the JS KONGO, Capt Mineo Hirata and his officers and sailors. Also present from the United States were Rear Admiral Brad Hicks of the U.S. Navy; and the Commanding Officer of the USS Lake Erie, Capt Randall M. Hendrickson.\r\n\r\n"We are gathered here tonight to honor, recognize and celebrate the United States of America's partnership with the country of Japan on missile defense. Japan is our number one ally and our greatest ally in the world on missile defense and the United States of America is the number one ally and greatest ally to Japan on missile defense. Both of our countries recognize the ballistic missile threat of North Korea. Both of our countries have trusted and worked together to defeat the North Korean ballistic missile threat, to deter it and to dissuade it. This partnership, fueled by a common threat, has achieved remarkable successes in real capability, technical transfer, continued development and deployment of real operational working missile defense assets in and around Japan, protecting the citizens and country of Japan as well as American forces in the region. This partnership has stabilized the region and reduced the crisis, brought other means, measures and stability that has prevented the use of military force to lower the threat of North Korea."\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=824">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href=http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=780">12/04/2007 - Air to Air\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=744">11/07/2007 - 4th Missile Defense Intercept in 39 Days\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">11/06/2007 - 2008 Conference Report

Air to Air

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On December 4th, in the skies over New Mexico, a U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter launched two air-to-air (AIM-9X) missiles and successfully intercepted a boosting rocket launched from the White Sands Missile Range marking the first time a missile defense intercept was made from an air based platform. The two-stage air-to-air missiles have a new liquid propellant in their second stage rocket motor to provide the velocity necessary to intercept missiles in their initial boosting stage. This type of missile defense launched from a fighter jet within 100 miles of a missile launch adds more robustness and redundancy to an already layered missile defense system. Not only can the AIM-9X terminate missiles in the boosting phase, it may also be effective in the descent and terminal phase of a ballistic missile. This missile defense system is called the Network Centric Airborne Defense Element (NCADE), and can be used on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)and current and future U.S. aircraft such as the F-15, F-16, F/A -18, F-22, and F-35, as well as aircraft of other countries.\r\n\r\nToday, our country has deployed a very limited layered missile defense system made up of land-based Patriot 3 systems that can destroy short-range missiles in their terminal phase, sea-based Aegis SM-3 missiles that can destroy short and medium range missiles in the mid-course phase and a more substantial land-based element that can destroy the faster longer-range missiles in the mid-course phase. None of these deployed systems have the capability to intercept and destroy a missile in the boost phase.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=744">11/07/2007 - 4th Missile Defense Intercept in 39 Days\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">11/06/2007 - 2008 Conference Report\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=731">10/29/2007 - Scud Intercept Follows a String of Missile Defense Successes by the United States

4th Missile Defense Intercept in 39 Days

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On November 6th, at 11.12 p.m. EST, a salvo attack of two target single-stage missiles representing SCUD-like capability were fired within seconds of each other off the coast of Kauai at the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) with each missile having a 400 km range. These two missile targets were picked up, tracked and discriminated immediately by the Aegis radar on the USS Lake Erie. Approximately 2 minutes later, the crew on the USS Lake Erie launched two Standard Missile-3 Block 1A (SM-3) from their vertical launch tubes in the back and front of the ship. Both target short-range ballistic missiles were destroyed two minutes later with the kinetic energy of the high velocity SM-3s directly hitting these fast moving target missiles about 100 miles up in space and 250 miles northwest over the Pacific Ocean from the PMRF in Kauai.\r\n\r\nThese intercepts mark the 4th different missile defense intercept in 39 days from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, a remarkable feat both technically and logistically. This type of increased continued success, matched now with the initial proven ability to defeat salvo or multiple firings of ballistic missiles, sends a serious and credible message to Iran, North Korea and those that seek to exploit proliferation. Both North Korea and Iran have launched multiple short range ballistic missiles in their previous and documented testing and both of these countries border international waters.\r\n\r\nThe Aegis Sea-Based missile defense system is currently deployed on three U.S. Cruisers and six U.S. Destroyers. Each of these ships has a missile load capability of up to 90 for Destroyers and up to 122 for Cruisers.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">11/06/2007 - 2008 Conference Report\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=731">10/29/2007 - Scud Intercept Follows a String of Missile Defense Successes by the United States\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=724">10/23/2007 - President of the United States George W. Bush Speaks on Missile Defense

2008 Conference Report

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Today, the United States House and Senate Defense Appropriations committees concluded their conference and submitted the Fiscal Year 2008 Department of Defense Appropriations report that will strengthen America's security and that of our Allies by investing 8.7 billion in the present and future term capability of our missile defense systems. Below are the highlighted budgetary items of interest concerning missile defense in the Department of Defense Approrpations Conference Report:\r\n- Provides $8.7 billion for missile defense programs, a reduction of $185 million from the President's budget request. \r\n \r\n- Fully funds Theater High Altitude Area Defense. \r\n \r\n- Provides an additional $80 million for test and training range upgrades and support and ground-based missile defense enhancements. \r\n \r\n- Provides an additional $75 million for the Aegis program for the Ballistic Signal Processor, Standard Missiles, Ship installations and upgrades, and an asymmetric defense initiative. \r\n \r\n- Adds $75 million for Arrow co-production, the Upper-tier program, and Short Range Ballistic Missile Defense. \r\nReduces funding for the European Third Site program by $85 million. \r\n \r\n- Provides an additional $120 million for the Kinetic Energy Interceptor program. \r\n \r\n- Provides no funding for the Space Test Bed. \r\n \r\nIn addition to the Missile Defense Budget, the Defense Appropriations Report called for:\r\n- Fully funding the Patriot PAC-3 Purefleet program.\r\n \r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/files/uploads/2420071106SummaryofFY2008DefenseAppropriationsConference.pdf">Click Here for the Conference Report</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=742">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=731">10/29/2007 - Scud Intercept Follows a String of Missile Defense Successes by the United States\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=724">10/23/2007 - President of the United States George W. Bush Speaks on Missile Defense\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&sec=3&articleid=699">10/12/2007 - Comrades in Arms\r\n

Scud Intercept Follows a String of Missile Defense Successes by the United States

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Late Friday evening Hawaiian Standard Time, a liquid-fueled single stage Scud missile streaked across the tropical black sky over the Pacific Ocean near the northern islands of Hawaii after being launched from a sea-based floating barge. Moments later, after being detected and tracked by an X-band radar located on the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) in Kauai, a ground-based mobile defensive missile was launched from a different location on the same range in Barking Sands.\r\n\r\nThis defensive missile accelerated quickly and flew with a brilliant white slash against thenight. At approximately 9:15 p.m. Friday Hawaiian Standard Time, on the border where space and the atmosphere meet, the Scud missile was destroyed by the defensive missile as it flew with high velocity right into the center of the incoming missile. The mobile ground-based missile defense system that includes the defensive missile, its launcher and its X- band radar is called the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, or THAAD.\r\n\r\nThis marks the fourth successful test of this current system and follows the successes of the Ground-Based Interceptor last month, the Patriot 3 Success flight in July and the Aegis Standard Missile 3 intercept in June.\r\n\r\nThe U.S. Army and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency have developed this theater andtactical system to cover wide geographical areas from ballistic missile attacks, adding a needed and additional layer of missile defense between the Patriot terminal defense systems that intercept in the atmosphere and the mid-course Sea Based Aegis Missile Defense that intercepts in space. The THAAD is able to intercept in both the upper atmosphere and lower space using the atmosphere as a discriminator of an incomingoffensive missile. With this capability, THAAD is able to protect a significant wider area than the Patriot missile defense systems could and offers a fourth layer of missile defense to give the United States and its allies more protection, which increases the success rate of interception and makes it very difficult for an offensive missile to pierce through all layers of defense.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=731">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=724">10/23/2007 - President of the United States George W. Bush Speaks on Missile Defense\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&sec=3&articleid=699">10/12/2007 - Comrades in Arms\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=645">09/28/2007 - 7th GBI Test Successful\r\n

President of the United States George W. Bush Speaks on Missile Defense

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

"One of the most important defensive measures we have taken is the deployment of new capabilities to defend America against ballistic missile attack. On 9/11, we saw the damage our enemies could do by hijacking planes loaded with jet fuel, and turning them into missiles, and using them to kill the innocent. Today, dangerous regimes are pursuing far more powerful capabilities, and building ballistic missiles that could allow them to deliver these weapons to American cities.\r\n\r\nThe ballistic missile threat to America has been growing for decades. In 1972, just nine countries had ballistic missiles. Today, that number has grown to 27 -- and it includes hostile regimes with ties to terrorists. When I took office, our nation had no capability to defend the American people against long-range ballistic missile attacks. Our research, development, and testing program was hampered by a lack of funding. Our efforts to develop and deploy missile defense were constrained by the ABM Treaty -- a 30-year-old agreement negotiated with a Soviet Union that no longer existed.\r\n\r\nSo one of my administration's first national security initiatives was to reinvigorate our country's efforts to defend against ballistic missile attack. Here at the National Defense University, I announced America's intention to move beyond the ABM Treaty, and deploy missile defenses to protect our people, our forces abroad, and our allies around the world against limited attacks. I also pledged that as we build these defenses, America would undertake significant reductions in nuclear weapons -- and that we would establish a new approach to deterrence that would leave behind the adversarial legacy of the Cold War, and allow us to prepare for the threats of the 21st century. Over the past years, we have delivered on these pledges."\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=724">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=699">10/12/2007 - Comrades in Arms\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=645">09/28/2007 - 7th GBI Test Successful\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=638">09/26/2007 - War and Peace</a>\r\n

Comrades In Arms

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nOn the eve of U.S. Russia talks in Moscow, it is important to note that the proposed United States European Missile Defense sites in Poland and in the Czech Republic will be a primary agenda item of which two different views of political perceptions will be confronted and discussed. In the conclusion of these talks on Monday, we as a nation and a world would hope for a mutual understanding and transparent sharing of information that could defend both countries and their national interests from current and future rouge nation WMD threats.\r\n\r\nRussia perceives the U.S. missile defense based in Europe as a threat beyond the technical capability of the 10 ground-based interceptors and one large x-band radar as strictly what it is - U.S. military presence in two former Warsaw pact countries that were once under Russian influence. Having U.S. military presence in Poland and the Czech Republic changes political perceptions both externally and internally in Russia and in Eastern Europe. Thus President Putin has worked over the last year to offer counterproposals and other alternatives to the U.S. Missile Defense Sites located in Poland and the Czech Republic. These proposals, such as the Moscow/NATO forum and the radar in Azerbaijan, have some merit, however they have not and cannot address the technical merits of detecting, discriminating and destroying ballistic missile warheads coming from the Middle East aimed at Europe or the United States.\r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=699">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=645">09/28/2007 - 7th GBI Test Successful\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=638">09/26/2007 - War and Peace</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=566">09/13/2007 - Serendipity in Poland</a>\r\n

7th GBI Test Successful!

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

VANDENBERG, AFB, CA, September 28: The ground based interceptor (GBI) launched at 1:16pm PDT from the Ronald Reagan Missile Defense Site at Vandenberg AFB, California. The interceptor propelled with an explosive glow of deep orange and white clouds of steam from its exhaust, moved slowly against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and soared into space as the ground trembled with a deep rolling resonance. The sound from the missile was oddly delayed as the interceptor accelerated beyond ear sight past the speed of sound as the visual view of a neat white vapor trail thundering against the blue sky never let the sound catch it.\r\n\r\nSix minutes after launch, at 1:22pm PDT, the interceptor reached a closing speed in excess of 10,000 mph and collided with the target missile 120km into space. The long-range target missile, which was launched a few thousand miles away from Kodiak, Alaska at 1:00pm PDT, flew at speeds in excess of 10,000 mph. \r\n\r\nThe remarkable technical feat demonstrated today for the 7th time clearly gives our country security and reassurance that the current deployed 23 Ground Based Interceptors deployed in California and Alaska can and will protect our public from long-range ballistic missiles. \r\n\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/multimedia/gallery/73/">Link to GBI Test Photo Gallery</a>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=638">09/26/2007 - War and Peace</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=566">09/13/2007 - Serendipity in Poland</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=484">09/10/2007 - Radar Love</a>\r\n \r\n

War and Peace

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends,\r\n\r\nDuring the past three days, the United Nations General Assembly in New York has been a focal point of the future and has stood as an international media forum for the presentation of unilateral perspectives. Most notably, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the President of Iran, has taken this opportunity, as well as his invitation to speak at Columbia University, to galvanize his support in the Middle East and increase unequivocal opposition here in the United States. It is important, as our public and media have noted, that Mr. Ahmadinejad’s remarks be viewed for what they are?Threats to Our Way of Life.\r\n\r\nHis statements cannot be dismissed, cast aside, or ignored. Iran is a highly sophisticated, educated society with great resources and political will coupled with religious fundamentalism. Led by President Ahmadinejad, Iran is exponentially more threatening to our nation, Europe, and the world than North Korea or any other country represented at the United Nations.\r\n\r\nThe United States, as a member of the international body of the United Nations that resolves conflicts, has collectively put forward three security resolutions and two economic sanctions to stop Iran from going forward with its nuclear program. They have all failed. \r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=638">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=566">09/13/2007 - Serendipity in Poland</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=484">09/10/2007 - Radar Love</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=474">09/06/2007 - Our Global Village</a>

Serendipity in Poland

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

WARSAW, POLAND. It is of clear national security interest and law for the United States to provide protection against ballistic missiles as signed by President William Jefferson Clinton <a href="http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=106_cong_bills&docid=f:s269pcs.txt.pdf">(1999 Missile Defense Act)</a>. For ballistic missile protection of Europe, the United Kingdom and the North America Continent there has to be an integrated multi layered missile defense system that enables all NATO members who have missile defense assets to participate in one overall system that can protect all of its members. These systems range from today's Patriot point defense systems of Germany and the Netherlands to Aegis Sea based systems of the United States. However, the Foundation and the critical piece of this layered system is the Ground Based Long Range Interceptors simply because they can protect the most territory and the most populations by multiple factors compared to that of the other components of the layered system.\r\nThe United States is currently negotiating with Poland for the placement of 10 ground based long range missiles and their silos on Polish soil as the US delegation headed by John Rood was here in Warsaw this past week negotiating with Witold Waszczykowski, Poland's counterpart on their delegation. Discussions are moving forward with no major roadblocks or technical issues forthcoming and the agreement could be completed as early as the end of the year. From a technical and physics viewpoint Poland provides the ideal geographical location as it centers in Europe and offers the most ballistic missile defense coverage for its NATO partners against harmful missiles from the Middle East. From a political viewpoint, Poland as a new NATO country and a history, has a strong desire to have greater security and believes American presence with Missile Defense will help provide and sustain that security. \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=566">Click Here to Read More</a>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPrevious Headlines\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=484">09/10/2007 - Radar Love</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=474">09/06/2007 - Our Global Village</a>\r\n \r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=377">08/31/2007 - A Summer to Remember</a>

Radar Love

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

In order to make our world, Europe and the United States safer; to stabilize future crises; to enhance NATO security; and to send a pervasive message to those that continue to proliferate ballistic missiles it is necessary to deploy an X band radar site in Central Europe. \r\nThis X Band Radar is an information gathering system that can share tracking and precise discrimination of data of ballistic missiles flying over Europe with NATO countries and allies. With this data, current and future missile defense systems of NATO countries such as Theater ground based missile defense systems and Aegis ships or their equivalent from Spain, Norway, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Greece the United Kingdom and the United States will be 2 to 3 times more capable to defend then they would be without this data. This data most importantly will give exact coordinates of harmful ballistic missiles targeted at European and United States Population and Territory to ground based interceptors in Central Europe which will be enabled with this radar data to eliminate and destroy these harmful ballistic missiles. Current radar systems providing information to NATO countries for protection are located in the United Kingdom, Greenland and the United States. These systems cannot provide the necessary information to defend Europe as geographic distances and the Earth’s curvature limit their capability. Proposed radars in Turkey or countries in that region, including the Russian proposed Azerbaijan missile site, are also unable to provide data necessary to protect the populations of Europe and the United States population and territory for the same physical reasons of geographic distances limited by the curvature of the Earth. \r\n\r\n<a href="http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/news/article.php?cat=general&articleid=484">Click Here to Read More</a>

Our Global Village

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Gathered at “The City of Consultations” in Maastricht, Netherlands, where modern Europe and the European Union were formed, a diverse group of countries came together to consult on bringing forward missile defense globally. Maastricht, being in the center of the Benelux countries that sit between France and Germany, has had a steep history of bringing together European countries and uniting them on initiatives for the future. These past few days have been no different.\r\n\r\n\r\nSixteen countries participated in discussions led by the Secretary General of NATO, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, focusing on Global Missile Defense. Integration of missile defense systems housed by different nations brings a global solution that can be shared both in protection and cost that benefits all from the growing worldwide proliferation of ballistic missiles. Woven throughout these discussions are the missile defense initiatives with the Czech Republic and Poland. These have become integral in protecting territory and population centers throughout Europe and expanding the protection of NATO. Past consensuses from NATO on missile defense have focused on forward troop and regional area protection rather than that of population and country protection.\r\n\r\nThis international conference and consultation of Missile Defense has fundamentally shifted from nationalist views of missile defense to that of protection of a global community. It is of distinction and great merit that the Secretary de Hoop Scheffer leads and adheres to Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty here in Maastricht, Netherlands:\r\n\r\nThe Parties agree that an armed attack against one or more of them in Europe or North America shall be considered an attack against them all and consequently they agree that, if such an armed attack occurs, each of them, in exercise of the right of individual or collective self-defence recognised by Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, will assist the Party or Parties so attacked by taking forthwith, individually and in concert with the other Parties, such action as it deems necessary, including the use of armed force, to restore and maintain the security of the North Atlantic area.\r\n\r\nMDAA was honored to be in Maastricht to witness this historical change that will make our global community a safer place.\r\n

A Summer to Remember

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends, \r\nOn behalf of our membership, MDAA broke ground with Colonel Steven Tanous, 30th Space Wing Commander at Vandenberg Air Force Base to officially begin the construction of the Ronald Reagan Missile Defense Memorial. The site is located on a hill with a magnificent view of the Ronald Reagan Missile Defense Site against the backdrop of the natural Californian landscape and the Pacific Ocean. Currently at this site are four ground based long range defensive missiles housed in four silos, three of these missiles are fully operational and are in place protecting the United States, the remaining interceptor is a test missile which will fly in an upcoming intercept test. This marks a current total of 23 operational deployed ground based interceptors on alert, 20 of those deployed in Fort Greely, Alaska. Having these missiles located in California allows an extra 10 minutes in decision making time as well as an extra layer to increase redundancy and success. It is with great distinction that President Reagan's bust will face these missile fields and out beyond the Pacific Ocean as his vision nearly 25 years ago is now a reality. These defensive missiles send a resounding message of dissuasion, deterrence and protection. The unveiling and completion of the Ronald Reagan Memorial is scheduled for March 2008. \r\n

The Warfighter's View

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Tribute

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

90-5 -- The Right Vote at the Right Time for the Right Reason

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The United States Senate voted on an amendment yesterday to state the policy of the United States on the protection of the United States and its allies against Iranian ballistic missiles. This 90-5 bi partisan dominating majority of United States Senate reinforces both the need and the reality of missile defense. The amendment stands as a vanguard against Iran and those that defy the international community

And, By The Way

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

President Bush greets Russian President Vladamir Putin</div> <div style="text-align: center">Kennebunkport, Maine</div> On his visit to Kennebunkport, Maine, over the past two days Russian President Putin moved closer to the United States and Europe as he offered to expand his cooperation on Missile Defense to enhance a possible early warning and tracking radar, as well as sharing information in a Russia-NATO council. Putinâ€™s remarks encouraged cooperation with a strategic partnership with the Europeans, the United States and Russia for security against threats. â€œAnd, by the way, one other issue that I didnâ€™t mention in my opening my comments that I think youâ€™ll find interesting is that President Putin proposed a regional approach to missile defense; that we ought to work together bilaterally, as well as work through the Russia-NATO Council. And Iâ€™m in strong agreement with that concept.â€ ~President Bush July 2, 2007 And, by the way, President Putin and Russia have come a long way in a few weeks in changing their position on Missile Defense. We hope that President Putin and Russia continue to move in this direction so that they too can see the light that missile defense provides as a prominent leader and country of the world we live in to help all of us be protected and safe. Happy 4th of July.

Not Enough

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Los Angeles, CA - Earlier this week, the North Koreans in violation of UN Security Council Resolution 1718 fired and tested three ballistic missiles. This is the third such violation by North Korea in the last month.

Hat Trick

Sat, 23 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Standard Missile 3 Launch from the USS Decatur (DDG 73)</div> <div style="text-align: center">June 22, 2007</div> Yesterday, the missile defense test of the Aegis off the cost of Hawaii marked three firsts. It was the first intercept from a United States Destroyer, the USS Decatur (DDG 73); the first active participation by the country of Spain and their Spanish frigate, MENDEZ NUNEZ; and the first integration of sharing information with a ground based missile defense system -- the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, THAAD. Last night, off the cost of Hawaii in the pacific waters, the USS Decatur (DDG 73) located a threatening missile that was launched from the Pacific Test Missile Range in Kauai; tracked that missile and its separating warhead, gave the correct targeting information to the SM3 missile and fired that missile at approximately 10:42 p.m. EDT. At about 100 miles in space, the SM3 intercepted the incoming threatening missile approximately six minutes later. We greatly appreciate the Hawaiian support from the communities of Kauai and Honolulu for missile defense, as we had several engaging and participating events in Hawaii over the past few days. MDAA's advocacy efforts have grown tremendously and are becoming influential in the state of Hawaii.

Blinded By The Light

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On the tarmac of Andrews Air Force Base located in southern Maryland, our country's most advanced directed energy weapon system was put on display yesterday. The Airborne Laser aircraft is a modified 747-400 aircraft equipped with a chemical oxygen iodine and solid state lasers that in flight will acquire, track and destroy ballistic missiles at the speed of light. A mobile laser at high altitude that can take multiple shots at the speed of light is an unmatched defensive capability to defeat accelerating ballistic missiles that have thousands of pounds of explosive propellant in their first few minutes of flight. Within a second, a directed energy laser beam can penetrate the outer and protective skin of a ballistic missile, burning it through completely and halting the flight of the ballistic missile. The ability to destroy missiles in their boost phase, eliminates the concern of multiple, advanced warheads that ballistic missiles may carry. This further demonstrates the technical ability and philosophy to eliminate offensive ballistic missiles. Currently, our Congress has proposed around a 250 million dollar shortfall which is close to a 50% reduction of the President's request for the airborne laser in the FY 2008 budget. This reduction if up held would delay the operational status of the ABL until 2019 and jeopardize the 3.8 billion dollar investment in this innovative system. We urge Congress not "To Be Blinded by the Light" of this remarkable technology.

Our National Security Remains at Stake

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

</div> <div style="text-align: center">President Bush and Russian President Vladimir Putin</div> <div style="text-align: center">at the G-8 Summit</div> Putin's new position on Missile Defense announced at the G-8 Summit in Germany yesterday that Russia recognizes the ballistic missile threat from Iran and wishes to cooperate with the United States on Missile Defense is to be commended. â€œWe recognize there is a potential threat it is a potential threat to Russia, Europe and we need to have a dialogue about the nature of that threat.â€ Putinâ€™s offer to cooperate included a proposal that the United States would be provided real time information from a Soviet built early warning long-range radar that could be sent to interceptors that would provide protection against the threat from Iran. The proposed radar is located in Azerbaijan, a former Soviet Union State which borders Iran. Today, Putin extended his cooperation to advise that U.S. missile defense interceptors could be located in Turkey, Iraq and on U.S. Aegis Ships. â€œThey could be placed in the south, in U.S. NATO allies such as Turkey, or even Iraq.â€ â€œThey could also be placed on sea platforms." We respectfully remind President Putin that we as a nation will not be subject by a foreign leader to determine our national security and protection of our homeland.

The Cold War is Over

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

President George W. Bush stood strong and called out President Putin today on Missile Defense before leaving to Germany where they are going to meet at the Group of 8 Leading Industrial Nations summit meetings, next week.

Russian Roulette

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Today, the Russian media and members of their government, including President Putin, announced their new long-range missile - the RS-24. Its test launch completed yesterday traveled 3,400 miles across Russia, validating some of its range and capability. This specific system has been in the development process for well over a decade and will be the next generation and eventual replacement of their aging ballistic land-based missile fleet.

Breaking News - The Culprit

Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

It is of great disappointment and frustration that today's scheduled ground-based interceptor test did not take place as the incoming target missile failed after launch this morning. At 7:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time, a three stage ballistic target missile was launched from Kodiak Island, Alaska, heading several thousand miles south towards a 50km by 50km target zone or defended area that the ground-based interceptor was defending.

The Land Down Under

Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

We do support the concept of missile defense and we do work with our friends and allies on that issue," said Downer. "But for as long as people have missiles, there will be a sense that it --look, it's common sense to have some kind of a missile defense system. So we support it as a concept."

House of Representatives Vote

Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Today, the House of Representatives rejected by a vote of 394 to 30 the proposed Defense Authorization bill recommended by the House Armed Services Committee and their respective subcommittees due to not having enough missile defense funds. Shortly thereafter, the full House of Representatives passed by a vote of 397 to 27 an amendment to add $205M to the missile defense budget.

She Listened

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The House Armed Services Strategic Forces Chairman, Rep. Ellen Tauscher added two key amendments to the overall missile defense FY 2008 budget at the House Armed Services Committee that resulted in restoring of $150 million to boost phase missile defense, $48 million for future missile defense systems, including space sensors, $12 million more for sea-based sensors and language to allow $160 million for the proposed European third missile defense site to be resubmitted when agreements are reached with host nations.

Impartial Review

Tue, 08 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The recent action by the House Armed Service Committee's Strategic Forces Subcommittee last week would result in cutting the missile defense for the FY 2008 budget by more than 8.9 percent by eliminating more than $764 million from the overall budget request of $8.9 billion. This is a significant amount in the context of its focus on future missile defense systems, specifically delaying a long-range interceptor missile site in Europe and eliminating our country's most advanced technology development to shoot down ballistic missiles in their first few minutes after they launch.

The Facilitator

Fri, 04 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA had the distinct honor of hosting the Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Aso and a bipartisan delegation of Japanese Parliamentary Members of the National Diet, including the Japanese Ambassador Ryozo Kato for the majority of the day on Wednesday the 2nd, May 2007 in Washington, D.C. Most significantly, MDAA was able to facilitate two separate United States Senate and United States House of Representatives bipartisan meetings between our elected officials and those of the Japanese Delegation on missile defense.

Success! Success!

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was present at Barking Sands, Hawaii, when at 11:33 a.m., Hawaii time, on Thursday, April 26th, 2007, off of the shores of Kauai, Hawaii the Aegis Cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70) and its crew successfully intercepted a ballistic missile 100 miles in space and a cruise missile 1,500 feet in the atmosphere simultaneously.

Valiant Warriors

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the President to those who have been wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. military. We as a nation cannot stand by and not fund our American men and women of the Armed Forces that are in harms way. The Supplementary Bill must be passed and a solution must come forward.

Two Questions

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

<div style="text-align: center">Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL)</div> <div style="text-align: center">Chairman Strategic Forces Committee</div> <div style="text-align: center">Senate Armed Services Committee</div> Wednesday, April 11, members of the United States Senate held a hearing on Missile Defense led by the Chairman of the Strategic Forces Committee, Senator Bill Nelson. It was evident in testimony that the threat of ballistic missiles and their future is a reality that our country must deal with and that consensus for the need of missile defense is apparent. "Since we all want our missile defense systems to work in an operationally effective and cost-effective suitable manner..." Senator Nelson stated at the onset of the hearing. The crux of the hearing focused on the third Missile Defense Site located in Europe, as the Missile Defense issues of oversight, accountability, testing and value were adequately exposed and answered. In addition, strong commitment was voiced by the Senators and those that testified for the priority on the current missile defense systems as enacted by Congress into law last year. As Senator Bill Nelson emphasized, "This provision of law that requires the Department of Defense to place a priority on the development, testing, fielding and improvement of effective near-term missile defense. We want to learn how the department has implemented that requirement." On behalf of the American public, and our armed forces, we must ask all the members of the Strategic Forces Sub Committee of the U.S. Senate two questions: 1) If you choose not to authorize deployment of a European Site, what do you have in place to protect Continental Europe, our deployed forces, allies, friends and our Eastern United States from Iran by 2015? 2) Secondly, in regards to NATO approval, when has the American Congress or any U.S. President asked NATO or any other country in the world permission to protect our population, homeland and armed forces? <a href="http://missiledefenseadvocacy.org/index/Transcript04112007.html">Click here</a> to view the hearing transcript <div />

The Great White Fleet

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, April 2nd, 2007 the USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, which includes the cruiser Princeton and the destroyers Higgins, John Paul Jones, and Pinckney, left the U.S. Naval Base in San Diego, California. One of the Aegis Destroyers in the battle group has the long range surveillance and tracking ballistic missile defense capability.

The Final Analysis

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Testimony from this week's hearing at the Strategic Forces Subcommittee validates that missile defense is moving significantly from ideology to practicality, as Madam Chairwoman Ellen Tauscher clearly stated in her opening statement.

Her Key Priorities

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Honorable Ellen O. Tauscher, Chairwoman Strategic Forces Sub Committee of the House Armed Services Committee\r\n\r\nThe leading Democrat directly responsible for overseeing missile defense matters in the House of Representatives is the Honorable Ellen Tauscher (D-CA), Chairwoman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee.

Dear Members and Friends

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

East Meets West

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Best and Brightest

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance is honored to announce that the recent United States of America Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, Ambassador Robert G. Joseph as the newest member to serve on the MDAA Advisory Board.

What the World Needs Now

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Iran has over 20 intermediate range missiles that can reach continental Europe. These 20 BM-25 missiles were purchased from North Korea in 2005, which are Soviet SS-N-6 submarine ballistic missiles and have a range beyond 3,000 kilometers. These missiles pose a direct threat to continental Europe.

What the World Needs to Know

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Wisdom and Experience

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our membership and organization, I am honored to announce the inaugural members of the MDAA Advisory Board to you. The MDAA Advisory Board is made up of a combination of prominent community leaders throughout our country and retired United States Military flag officers from the field of Missile Defense.

Honolulu Breakfast of Champions

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

To China With Love

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of the world and our nation, we are extremely pleased and offer our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Department of State, the National Security Council and our President George W. Bush for the completion and success of the 5 nation talks to de-nuclearize North Korea.

Back in the U.S.S.R.

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This weekend, Russian President Vladimir Putin used a world stage in Munich Germany to intimidate the Europeans, send a message to our New Congress and confront our Secretary of Defense Mr. Robert Gates through bold insinuations and hostile criticism of the United States.

152,000 American Lives at Stake

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, Admiral Fallon, currently head of Pacific Command, and nominated to become head of Central Command, mentioned in his testimony about the importance of missile defense at the Senate Armed Services Committee Confirmation Hearing on January 30, 2007.

Fifth Successful Missile Defense Test in the Past Six Months

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

THADD Test Successful

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Today at 12:20 a.m. EST, the intercept test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system (THAAD) was successful off of the coast of Hawaii at the Pacific Missile Range Facility near Kauai. This intercept once again validates the United States technical and political will to defeat and destroy ballistic missiles from rogue nations such as Iran and North Korea.

MDAA Supporting Third Site Development in Europe

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Missile Defense Plan Riles Russia: Moscow Warns of New Arms Race as U.S. Considers Bases in Eastern Europe

Incentive To The World

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

China's display of the use of ballistic missiles for space intercepts, as reported today by The New York Times and The Washington Post adds incentive and endorses proliferation of missiles to countries seeking that technology. China has proven, especially to Iran and North Korea that ballistic missile capability represents power, self defense and an ability to deter.

The Passing of the President

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our nation brings in the New Year with the gathering of our Presidents at the National Cathedral to celebrate the virtues and life accomplishments of President Gerald R. Ford. His core values and leadership skills serve as an ideal mark for our nation and the 110th congress.

U.S. Interceptor Inventory & Production Rate

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

<div align="center"><style>  </style> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425"> <tr> <td> <table style="height: 16px" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425" border="1"> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">Interceptor</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">Production Rate Capacity</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">2007 Total Inventory</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425" border="0"> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">GBI</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">1 per month</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">17</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425" border="0"> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">SM-3</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">2 per month</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">17</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425" border="0"> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">PAC-3</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">3 per month</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">546</div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">THAAD</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">3 per month</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">48</div> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="425" border="0"> <tr> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center"> <div class="style1" align="center">TOTAL</div> </div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">9 per month</div> </td> <td style="width: 120px"> <div class="style1" align="center">618 </div> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </div>

Our Founding Father

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, Robert Gates was sworn in as the new Secretary of Defense by the Vice President of the United States. As Mr. Gates begins his new position, which has a tremendous impact in the world we live in, we must pay due respect and gratitude to the gentleman he is replacing, Mr. Donald Rumsfeld.

December 7, 2006

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On this historic date, MDAA is honored and fortunate to be in the State of Hawaii. This anniversary stands as a clear reminder to our nation as much or more than September 11, 2001. Our nation must be prepared and defended against attacks and threats to America. We are in the process of strengthening a secure homeland defense. Missile defense is a core pillar, integrated with homeland defense and border security,

Heart of Our Surface Fleet, Globally Deployed to Defend Our Freedom

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Moorestown, N.J. (Nov. 27, 2006) - Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Mullen, retired Rear Adm. Wayne E. Meyer, Fred Moosally, president of Lockheed Martin Maritime Systems and Sensors and Rear Adm. Charles S. Hamilton U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley On November 27, the true Champion of putting forth the Aegis Weapon system from inception 37 years ago to today, where over 73 Aegis Ships which include Destroyers and Cruisers are at sea, Rear Admiral Wayne E. Meyer, U.S. Navy (Retired) was given one of the Navyâ€™s most prestigious honors by the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Michael G. Mullen.

Elevation and Application

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister Abe of Japan meets with President Bush This past weekend, Prime Minster Shinso Abe of Japan and President Bush vowed together publicly to accelerate and strengthen missile defense in their pledge to address North Korea. Five of the Six Party talks - South Korea, Russia, China, Japan and the United States have a common objective of forcing Kim Jong-il to give up his nuclear weapons

Hail To The Victors

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California Presumed Next Speaker of the House November 7, 2006 On behalf of our membership and American Public we represent, we congratulate Rep. Nancy Pelosi as the new Speaker of the House of Representatives and the incoming new members in both the United States Senate, and the House of Representatives. We recognize the greatness of our Democracy and endorse its ability to change as reflected by our public voices whom have spoken through their votes forming a new beginning for the 110th United States Congress in January

Shahab-3 Launch

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The firing of multiple short, medium and long range missiles today by Iran in response to the United States Central Command Combined Naval Forces Exercises in the Persian Gulf puts the Persian Gulf region and our men and women serving in the Armed Forces there at great risk. This action by Iran puts Middle East countries and their populations such as Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar that host United States coalition bases as vulnerable targets to Iran's missile intimidation.

A Great Defense Never Rests

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our membership across this country, we congratulate our President and his Administration for motivating the People's Republic of China in bringing North Korea back into the 6-nation talks. This significant diplomatic initiative accents the country which can apply the most pressure on Kim Jong-il to give up his nuclear weapons and intentions. The People's Republic of China holds the key to the solution for North Korea, and we welcome its leadership and participation with North Korea.

As The World Turns

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was honored last week to tour the area of responsibility of the Central Command (CENT COM) with the Department of Defense as a member of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC). Enclosed is a brief summary.

MDAA Meets with President George W. Bush

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA President Riki Ellison Meets with President George Bush on Missile Defense Wednesday, October 25th, 2006 was a significant day for MDAA as President George W. Bush and key cabinet members of his staff met with Riki Ellison. MDAA is unable to discuss the details and discussions of the one hour and fifteen minute meeting in the Roosevelt Room of the West Wing of the White House with the President of the United States, the Vice President of the United States, the National Security, Advisor of the United States, the President's Chief of Staff and Special Advisor Karl Rove as seven other outside experts were included in this meeting who were made up of professors and think tanks that specialized in the Far East Region of Asia. MDAA represented the issue of missile defense strongly and interacted directly with the President several times throughout this meeting. <div />

Hoorah!

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA had the honor to be with our country's troops serving in the United States Army and the United States Marines during training exercises in preparation for their deployment into Iraq.

Front Lines of Missile Defense

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This past week, MDAA has had the honor to tour two U.S. government missile defense assets that are integral to the overall system and are deployed on the front line of our western states, and also countries in the Pacific Ocean.

North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Test Confirmed

Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

NORTH KOREA'S NUCLEAR WEAPONS TEST CONFIRMED \r\n\r\nPentagon, Washington, DC. MDAA had the honor and privilege to have breakfast with Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld this morning and to be briefed by Admiral Edmund P. Giambastiani, Jr., Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Some of my thoughts as I listened to the discussions and briefings include:

UN Security Council Imposes Sanctions Against North Korea

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

UN SECURITY COUNCIL IMPOSES SANCTIONS AGAINST NORTH KOREA \r\n\r\nSAN FRANCISCO. There were two issues to the successful vote by the United Nations Security Council in adopting a resolution to impose punishing sanctions on North Korea for its claimed nuclear test. \r\n\r\nThe resolution by the U.N. Security Council calling for elimination of nuclear weapons from North Korea, and a missile embargo against ballistic missiles were the two key issues. This was the first time the Security Council adopted a sanctions resolution against North Korea since the country joined the United Nations in 1991. It is a strong message to North Korea and all other rogue nations wanting to develop nuclear weapons. \r\n\r\nWe advise North Korea that it is time to come to the six-nation bargaining table. It is time to give up a path that can only lead to dire consequences. It is time to give up your nuclear weapons program. The United Nations Security Council has spoken with a voice of unanimity, and the message is loud and clear. Don't go the path of nuclear weapons proliferation or there will be consequences by the international community.

Calling North Korea's Bluff

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

<div style="text-align: center">CALLING NORTH KOREA'S BLUFF</div> PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii. On the forefront of our country's most western state, against the backdrop of the USS Arizona Memorial and the Battleship Missouri, floats 4 of our major Missile Defense assets; the USS Russell (DDG-59), USS Lake Erie (CG-70), USS Port Royal (CG-73), and SBX-1. These 4 ships, in conjunction with the GBI sites in Alaska and California can neutralize North Korea's ballistic missile intentions. In the last 12 months, the United States has successfully intercepted 13 ballistic missiles during realistic operational testing. In the last 90 days, the United States intercepted 4 ballistic missiles from long range to short range and on each of its different platforms that are deployed or will be deployed soon. The platforms included the long range GBI, the medium to short range sea based Ageis, the medium and short range THAAD, and the short range PAC 3. North Korea may, or may not know its limitations and that is something that the experts can ponder and pontificate on, however the United States knows North Korea's limitations and has responded with real capabilities that will defend our country and allies. <div />

North Korea Demonstrates Mankind's Most Terrifying and Devastating Weapon

Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

HONOLULU, Hawaii. North Korea's nuclear test today demonstrates to all of mankind that they have developed one of the most terrifying and devastating weapons even after warnings by the international community and the U.N. Security Council.

North Korea Says Nuclear Tests Serve Interests of State

Wed, 04 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

North Korea's Foreign Ministry declared that it will conduct a nuclear test and that North Korea's nuclear weapons will serve as reliable war deterrent for protecting the supreme interests of the state and the security of the Korean nation from the U.S. threat of aggression.

Money Well Spent

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday, September 29, the 2007 Defense Budget of 447.6 billion dollars allocated for the defense of our country and national security was signed into law by the President of the United States of America. This legislation was approved by the 435 members of the House of Representatives and the 100 members of the United States Senate before submission to the President.

The Devil In The Red Dress

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The harsh reminders that we as a nation must bear came to light this past week with Venezuelan President Chavez's despicable remarks to the United Nations in New York and the re-opening of the Superdome in Louisiana.

Hip Hip Hooray

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Over 60 years ago, London England became the first city and the first country to suffer loss of life, intimidation and destruction from ballistic missile attacks. It is more then fitting that the announcement of North Atlantic Treaty Organization to put in place missile defense for all of its 26 countries, including Great Britain, which comes from the host city of London during the 2006 multinational Ballistic Missile Defense Conference and Exhibition

Nations Begin The Building of Missile Defense to Defend Europe

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It was announced today by the Assistant Secretary General for Defence Investment of NATO, Mr. Marshall S. Billingslea, that the 26 member countries of NATO have begun building a 75 million euro over 6 years command and control system for missile defense as well as an integrated test bed for the security of all its 26 member countries.

A Tribute To Democratic Congressman Silvestre Reyes

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

In Recognition of Congressman Silvestre Reyes' Contributions</div> <div style="text-align: center">to Missile Defense of the United States of America</div> <div style="text-align: center">Presented on Behalf of a Grateful Nation</div> <div style="text-align: center">During the MDAA Lunch of Champions in El Paso, Texas</div> <div style="text-align: center">September 8, 2006</div> Last week in El Paso, Texas at the El Camino Hotel, a few blocks from the border of Mexico, MDAA had the honor to pay tribute to our country's leading Democrat on Missile Defense, the Honorable Representative from the 16th district in Texas, Mr. Silvestre Reyes.

Amongst the Powerful

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was honored to represent our membership throughout this country by attending the President of the United States' remarks on the Global War on Terror at The White House yesterday afternoon.

GBI Test at Reagan Missile Defense Site

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance reported from the Ronald Reagan Missile Defense Site on Vandenberg AFB that today's successful Ground-Based Interceptor test was a quantum advancement in missile defense technology and an intercept that spanned the globe and sent strong messages to our friends including central Europe, Japan and Israel and to our foes including Iran and North Korea

Under The Northern Lights

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

<div style="text-align: center">Senator Ted Stevens</div> Reception of Champions, Anchorage, Alaska Monday, August 28, 2006 The State of Alaska with its three hundred and sixty-degree view from the top of the world is our nationâ€™s vanguard of protection and defense. Whether it is air travel or space travel, the shortest way to reach the United States is over the Northern most state of the United States. Since the advent of military aircraft in World War I, our military have recognized the strategic value and have deployed military bases in Alaska that have served to defend the skies in protecting our homeland. Today the military bases in Alaska headed by Lt Gen Douglas M. Fraser are fully integrated into our Northern Command defending our country. On behalf of our Members and the American Public, thank you Senator Stevens and the State of Alaska for keeping our country safe. How true today are the words spoken by General Billy Mitchell in the early part of this century when he said, "Who Ever Controls Alaska Controls the World."

Build It And They Will Not Come

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld, left, stands next to Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov and answers questions during a news conference in Fairbanks, Alaska Sunday Aug. 27, 2006

Sweet Home Alabama

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This past week, the State of the Union address for missile defense came out of Huntsville, Alabama at the Ninth Annual Space and Missile Defense Conference-home to the largest support infrastructure for developing and deploying missile defense in our country. Missile Defense leaders such as Senator Jeff Sessions of Alabama, General Kevin P. Chilton, Air Force Space Command, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Lt. General Larry J. Dodgen Commanding General of United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Lt. General Trey Obering, Director of the Missile Defense Agency, Rear Admiral Alan B. Hicks Commander and Program Director for Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, and many other acting United States decision makers briefed on the current status of missile defense.

Say It Best

Thu, 10 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Reflecting on the July 4th international incident involving the launching of multiple missiles from North Korea despite international sanctions, agreements and world opinion last month, three realities have become clear and apparent

Critical Mass

Mon, 24 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Wall Street Journal becomes the first prominent and world-renowned United State's newspaper with close to two million subscribers to endorse Missile Defense as a policy and priority for the United States and the world.

Article 1, Section 8

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

With ongoing civilian deaths from rocket fire between Arab Islamic extremist groups, Israel and Lebanon, and the threat of escalation, combined with the recent missile launches by North Korea, it is vital that the United States, and the world, recognize and accept the reality that those who seek to use terror as a political instrument will continue to use rockets and missiles to bring about as much destruction and loss of life as possible.

The Eye In The Sky Does Not Lie

Sat, 15 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

THAAD's unique capability to defeat ballistic missiles adds and integrates to the four current deployed systems (SM3, PAC 3, PAC 2 and GBI) as a layered defensive teammate. THAAD's responsibility is defend the upper atmosphere and lower part of space between where the Ground-and Sea-Based Interceptors defend in Space at the mid-course range to where the Patriot Air Defense defends in lower altitude.

The Right Test At The Right Time

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It is symbolic that the birthplace of the worlds most dangerous weapon ever invented - the atomic bomb - is the same location of today's successful missile defense test that could lead to the future to eradication of nuclear weapons carried on ballistic missiles.

Peace On Earth

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Today, one of our nationâ€™s most respected national newspapers, <a href="http://www.icebase.com/go.shtml?20060706125733872171&m4939&http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/07/05/AR2006070501415.html"> The Washington Post</a>, offered an editorial opinion supporting the position by former Defense Secretary William Perry and former Assistant Defense Secretary Ashton Carter that the United States should engage in a pre-emptive military strike to destroy missiles positioned on launch pads in North Korea. On behalf of our organization, the American public, and the citizens of Japan, China, Russian and South Korea, we strongly oppose the Washington Post's statement, "But if diplomacy continues to fail, it must be an option for the future." This policy suggestion would escalate a volatile environment into an unstable situation that would cause potential collateral damage to millions of lives and be seen as an act of war with a country that possesses numerous nuclear weapons and has the will to use them. We as a public and a world are fortunate to have the leadership of our Congress and President, who have been enabled to restrain from pre-emptive and retaliatory military action towards North Korea because of the reassurance and stability missile defense provides to our country and that of the region. <div />

Don't Tread On Me

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday on the Fourth of July, our country’s 230th birthday, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles of all ranges against the stern and repeated warnings from our country, Japan and the international community.

Not Enough

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

We, as a nation, are assured that our emergency missile defense system has the capability to shoot down, track, discriminate, and take multiple intercept shots at an incoming North Korean missile that would threaten the territory and air space of the United States of America.

Making the World a Safer Place

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great satisfaction that real-time education of our American Public about the need for missile defense was made apparent by our nation's major news media outlets from Television, Front Page Newspapers and on the Web this past week, <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2006/US/06/23/navy.ustest/index.html">CNN,</a> <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/06/24/AR2006062400432.html">The Washington Post</a>.

North Korean Intentions

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Today, the world and our country stand in shock as North Korea proceeds with testing a ballistic missile that threatens the United States of America.

North by Northwest

Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Independent Public Polling released last week in the Northwest from our two most liberal states, reveals overwhelming support for missile defense regardless of political party. Registered voters in the state of Oregon were pro missile defense at 71 percent and in the state of Washington at 79 percent. Moreover, only 21 percent of the public from Oregon and 20 percent from the state of Washington believe that the amount of tax dollars spent on missile defense - 2 percent of our defense budget - is too much.

Taking Care of America

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

In Washington D.C., members of our organization had the unique experience to be recognized by the highest level of our government as well as to interact and receive current in-depth insight on the issue of missile defense. Your fellow members left the capital of our country engaged, inspired and focused.

Clear and Present Danger

Wed, 24 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

During the official visit of the Prime Minster of Israel with the President of the United States, the Islamic Republic of Iran test launched a Shahab-3 intermediate-range ballistic missile capable of reaching Israel, U.S. troops in Iraq, and other countries in the Middle East region.

Thank You Mr. President and Thank You Mrs. Reagan

Sun, 14 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our members at MDAA and the American Public, we are deeply honored and moved to dedicate and bring forward a memorial to President Ronald Reagan in recognition of his permanent legacy “to defend lives rather than avenge lives." Our country's former first lady, Mrs. Nancy Reagan, representing her late husband, graciously unveiled a bronze statue of President Reagan and accepted the Congressional renaming of the four deployed missile defense sites at the Vandenberg Air Force Base in California after President Ronald Reagan.

The Land of Enchantment

Sat, 13 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) flight test over the skies of the White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) in New Mexico was successful this past week. The THAAD successfully integrated its self-contained and independent system made up of launcher, interceptor, radar and fire control. Moreover, the THAAD applies kinetic energy (non-explosive) to make the intercepts, similar to our sea-based (SM-3) and ground-based (GBI) defensive missiles, that is, using only the force of a direct collision to totally destroy the hostile missile.

Difference Maker

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

As our country and the world reacts to Iran as an up and coming nuclear power per the statements from Iran'ss President, we at MDAA endorse all diplomatic and international initiatives to reduce the risk to our world from nuclear threats, intimidation and potential devastation by nuclear weapons not only from Iran but from all countries and entities that possess or seek to posses nuclear capability.

Osama and His Friends

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This past Sunday, The Washington Post identified eight world leaders who seek tyranny and terror upon their own citizens as well as those of the world. They are as follows: Former President Charles Taylor from Liberia, President Hugo Chavez from Venezuela, President Alexander Lukashenko from Belarus, President Saparmurat Niyazov from Turkmenistan, President Robert Mugabe from Zimbabwe, President Evo Morales from Bolivia, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad from Islamic Republic of Iran, and Chairman of National Defence Commission Kim Jong II from Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, Supreme Commander of the People's Armed Forces, and General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea

A Room With a View

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

With a dramatic backdrop of the American flag in the right window and two towers from the Time Warner building in the left window giving a subtle reminder of pre-September 11th times, MDAA hosted the New York City Breakfast of Champions at the prestigious Metropolitan Club on Fifth Avenue.

We The People, By The People

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance strongly endorses the placement of a third missile defense site on the European continent to defend and protect people in Europe and in the United States. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its 26 member nations are committed to provide mutual defense from external threats.

New York, New York

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

More than 70% of New Yorkers -- Democrats, Republicans and Independents -- support a missile defense system with the ability to protect the United States from a nuclear, chemical or biological attack.

With Highest Honors

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The Rising Sun

Tue, 07 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Hawaii Five O

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA had the privilege of hosting the Honolulu Breakfast of Champions at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki, Hawaii.

You are not the first, you are not the last, but you are next

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Today the Islamic Republic of Iran made the decision to resume urainamien enrichment that can produce nuclear weapon capability, against the international community and the United Nations Security Council.

Money Talks and ... Walks

Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Over the last few weeks some of the world’s leaders have spoken up on the issue of missile defense and proliferation.

A Small But Necessary Price

Thu, 19 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

As a nation we begin the new year with the recent 2006 defense bill signed by Congress and the President to ensure safety of our homeland, allies and troops overseas from ballistic missile attacks.

The Breaking of the Seals

Thu, 12 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, the country of Iran resumed its uranium enrichment program in its mission to create, acquire and proliferate nuclear weapons.

"If We Wait for Threats to Fully Materialize, We Will Have Waited Too Long"

Fri, 16 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA was honored to attend this week's speech on terror, by the President of the United States, along with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley, Homeland Security Director Michael Chertoff, and the Diplomatic corps.

From Brussels to Seattle and London to Phoenix

Fri, 02 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

During this past month of November, MDAA traveled throughout the world in advocating missile defense.

Pictures Mean More than a Thousand Words

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

In addition, last week, off the coast of Texas, near Corpus Christi, the sea-based floating X-band radar (SBX) was loaded onto the heavy transport ship, the Blue Marlin, in a unique operation as portrayed in the pictures enclosed.\r\n

Sending a Message Loud and Clear

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii, the United States Navy, in conjunction with the Missile Defense Agency, successfully intercepted a two-stage target missile from a sea-based platform (USS Lake Erie CG 70, Aegis Cruiser); it destroyed the incoming warhead with a Standard Missile Three (SM3) by pure kinetic energy or "Hit to Kill" technology using no explosive device or area fragmentation.

Chicago, Boston and Simi Valley

Thu, 27 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our membership, MDAA was honored to have Lt. General “Trey” Obering, the Director of the Missile Defense Agency, as the featured speaker at the “MDAA Lunch of Champions,” held at the Union League Club in Chicago, Illinois.

Your collective voices were heard

Fri, 07 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Senator Levin (Michigan) and Senator Reed (Rhode Island) withdrew their amendment to take funds away from missile defense.

Real Money for Real Protection

Thu, 06 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

This week, the United States Congress is debating the merits of the 2006 Defense Bill, which accounts for over 440 billion dollars.

The European Public

Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Today, MDAA with the George C. Marshall Center for Security Studies, located in Garmisch, Germany, released the results of the first ever survey of the European public views on missile defense.

California Advocacy Tour

Thu, 11 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA has just completed an educational tour of California on the issue of Missile Defense to the leaders of civic organizations, academia, industry and private citizens.

Our Country has Spoken, Our Senators need to Listen

Wed, 27 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

This week, two leading members of the United States Senate, Senator Carl Levin (MI) and Senator Jack Reed (RI), forwarded an amendment to take away funding of 50 million dollars, for the further deployment of ground based missiles and silos, from the upcoming 2006 defense budget.

On Britannia

Fri, 08 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The world witnessed Britain withstand an asymmetrical terrorist strike upon its citizens leaving considerable loss and injuries.

The 31st State

Tue, 05 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

One out of every eight American residents lives in California, which has the largest economy of any state in the union and ranks 7th in the world.

Some versus None

Mon, 13 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

An Independent Review Team, initiated by the Director of the Missile Defense Agency, has completed its report on the Ground Based Missile System.

Inspired and Educated

Wed, 08 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense champions of MDAA, from over 25 states, gathered in Washington D.C. Champions from states such as West Virginia, Maine, California, Ohio, Utah, New York, Arizona, and remote areas of our country such as the Navajo Reservation, came together for a common purpose.

Changing the Calculus

Thu, 02 Jun 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Three events occurred this past week that we should acknowledge and understand.

Seven Minutes

Fri, 20 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

It takes approximately seven minutes for a missile from North Korea to impact territory of the United States as General Cartwright testified.

Without Warning, North Korea Fires a Ballistic Missile

Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday (May 1, 2005) without international warning, the government of North Korea test-fired a short-range ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan off of its eastern coast, which is believed to have traveled 65 miles.

A Priority of the President of the United States

Fri, 29 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Last night, the President of the United States held a press conference on national television, the fourth one of his presidency, to review his first ninety-nine days of his second term.

Proliferation our Gravest Concern

Fri, 22 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Our gravest concern and biggest threat to our country and to the world is the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and the means to deliver them.

The American Public Speaks

Tue, 12 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday, MDAA rolled out the findings of the first national poll results on the issue of missile defense since prior to September 11, 2001 at the third annual U.S. Missile Defense Conference in Washington, D.C.

From San Francisco to Washington D.C.

Tue, 29 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Today’s San Francisco Chronicle features MDAA on its front page, “Former 49er Follows His Calling--Missile Defense Advocate.”

Patience, Tactical Patience

Thu, 17 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier this week our Congress heard the first testimony this year on missile defense.

Defendo Libertas Mare

Fri, 04 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Enclosed for your viewing is the live video clip and pictures of last week’s successful intercept test of a Standard Missile - 3 launched from the Aegis Cruiser (CG 70) USS Lake Erie.

Missile Intercept Successful

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday afternoon, in the Pacific Ocean off the island of Kauai, the United States successfully tracked, intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile using its sea-based Aegis platform with the Spy (SPY-1) radar and Standard Missile 3 (SM-3), which are integral to the overall multi-layered missile defense system being deployed this year.

MDAA in The Hill

Wed, 16 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The Hill, the largest circulated paper serving our nation’s top decision-makers, headlined MDAA’s mission of educating the American public on missile defense yesterday.

Strongly Urge and Fiercely Advocate

Mon, 14 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier today, a planned, important missile interceptor test failed to launch from its silo.

The Presidential Budget as it Relates to Missile Defense

Fri, 11 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The President released his budget for 2006 earlier this week and among the many items listed was the funding for missile defense under the Department of Defense's portion of the budget.

Protection Page

Wed, 02 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Solemn Duty

Fri, 21 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

"My most solemn duty is to protect this nation and its people from further attacks and emerging threats."

Determination and Fortitude

Tue, 18 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense is too important to our lives and our future to be delayed.

Riki Ellison On C-Span

Wed, 29 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

This morning, MDAA’s Riki Ellison appeared on C-SPAN's live morning call-in program, “Washington Journal”, from 9:30 till 10:00 AM ET. Riki fielded callers’ questions from states such as California, South Carolina, Virginia, Hawaii, and New Mexico about the missile defense program, the recent missile test, and MDAA’s role as the voice of the American public on missile defense.

Disappointed and Frustrated

Thu, 16 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

We at MDAA, representing our members and the American public, are deeply disappointed and frustrated about yesterday's missile test failure - Integrated Flight Test number 13 (IFT-13).

Airborne Laser (ABL)

Tue, 14 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

To supplement and strengthen our layered missile defense system, the Department of Defense is developing technology and systems that have the capability to shoot down ballistic missiles with laser beams.

Countries in Possession of Missiles

Fri, 19 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

In the past few days, the world has taken notice of countries claiming the possession of nuclear ballistic missiles.

The Ultimate Sacrifice

Thu, 11 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Today is a time to set aside a quiet moment or more to reflect on all the men and women who have sacrificed their lives in protecting and gaining our freedom.

Thank you for voting and making a difference

Thu, 04 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of MDAA members and the American public that MDAA represents, we congratulate President George W. Bush and applaud our country's democratic process.

Tomorrow, Vote and Make a Difference on Missile Defense

Mon, 01 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past few weeks, tension and anxiety over the Presidential election has headlined our newspapers.

This Tuesday, Vote and Make a Difference on Missile Defense

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

This Tuesday, America decides the leader of the free world for the next four years.

SEA-BASED DEFENSIVE MISSILE COMPLETED

Wed, 27 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

This past Friday, the first ever sea-based defensive missile was completed and readied for shipment to the United States Navy to be placed on an Aegis Cruiser in the Pacific Ocean, making our world a safer place.

Fundamental Message Points Of Missile Defense

Wed, 20 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense, due to its history, complexity and the multitude of players involved, has been challenged when it comes to communicating this issue to the American public.

The Ohio Report

Wed, 13 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA's recent polling and media tour of the state of Ohio coincided with the Vice Presidential Debate at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, where both candidates reiterated the most pressing concerns for national and homeland security-the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

The Need To Contain Threats Agreed On By Both Candidates

Mon, 04 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Last Thursday night that question was asked at the first 2004 Presidential debate by Jim Lehrer at the University of Miami, Coral Cables, Florida to the President of the United States, the Republican nominee, and to Senator John Kerry, the Democratic nominee.

Iran Adds New Missile

Sun, 26 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Iran said Saturday that it had added a "strategic missile" to its military arsenal after a successful test.

September Reminds Us of Safety

Fri, 24 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

The month of September continues to remind us of how important our public safety and defense of our homeland is to our communities, families, loved ones, and country.

Security Platform 2004 Republican National Convention

Thu, 02 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA advocated on behalf of the American people at the Republican National Convention.

Report From Wisconsin

Sat, 28 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Enclosed is our final report from the state of Wisconsin where we traveled to Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau engaging voters in a discussion on Missile Defense.

Renewed Focus on Missile Defense

Thu, 19 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

On the heels of recent meetings with key Presidential advisors, President Bush, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, and MDAA President Riki Ellison find themselves in the media spotlight discussing the importance of missile defense.

WMD and 2005 Defense Bill

Wed, 11 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Fort Greely Ground Based Defense System

Thu, 05 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

On behalf of our purpose to represent the American public's position on missile defense and representing our Alliance, MDAA engaged, listened, advocated and had presence at the Democratic convention with delegates, Democratic leaders and on the floor.

MDAA Observation - Reagan Tribute

Wed, 09 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

As President Ronald Reagan's procession comes to Washington today, we remember and honor his extraordinary legacy and contributions to this country and the world. From seeing the Berlin Wall crumble, accelerating the defeat of Communism, and winning the Cold War we honor President Reagan as an historic world leader.

Kerry on Missile Defense At Truman Library

Fri, 04 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

To understand the challenge that Missile Defense faces, one needs to look no further than presidential candidate Senator John Kerry’s statement at the Truman Library in Missouri on June 3, 2004.

Letters For And Against Missile Defense

Thu, 03 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

An anti-missile defense op-ed piece was written in a local California Newspaper on May 22nd.

MDAA On The Move

Fri, 21 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA is fulfilling its purpose of reflecting America's public position on missile defense to our leaders and decision makers here in Washington D.C.

American People vs. Military Retirees

Thu, 01 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA sent a "Letter to the Editor" on Monday, March 29, 2004, in response to the following statement that was issued publicly last Friday, March 26, 2004, to the following five national newspapers: Washington Post, Washington Times, New York Times, Los Angeles ,Times and USA Today:

Ellison speaks on The Public View of Missile Defense

Thu, 25 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday, March 22, 2004, MDAA's President and Founder delivered a powerful presentation on 'The Public View' of Missile Defense to a large number of attendees at the second annual Missile Defense Conference held at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington D.C.

Ellison to speak at the Second Annual Missile Defense Conference

Thu, 18 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA is proud to announce that Lieutenant General Ronald Kadish, Director of the Missile Defense Agency, has asked Riki Ellison to speak at the Second Annual Missile Defense Conference.

The Real Story on Testing

Thu, 18 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT

\r\nRecently, there has been some news about the upcoming deployment of the missile defense system. \r\n \r\n

A special note from the President of MDAA

Thu, 04 Mar 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Weapons spread across borders and into the hands of traditional nation states and terrorist organizations with increasing ease and frequency.

Missile Defense Sparks the Palmetto State!

Fri, 06 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA spent three full days covering South Carolina last week. The aim of the visit was to discover where South Carolinians stood on Missile Defense and communicate those views to the citizens, legislators, both state political parties and Democratic candidates running for President.

Ellison Responds to DoD's Limited Deployment Announcement

Tue, 03 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Survey: Likely Democratic Voters Support a Missile Defense System

Thu, 29 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT

A survey of 600 South Carolina registered voters and likely Democratic primary voters released today reveals overwhelming support for a missile defense system to protect the U.S. against ballistic missiles carrying weapons of mass destruction (WMD).

Fox News Article - Shooting Down Missiles And Arrogance

Thu, 22 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT

"It's an age-old question in representative democracies: Should leaders vote for what their constituents want or for what they think is right?

New Hampshire Trip - Making Missile Defense a Part of the Debate

Tue, 20 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT

\r\nMDAA spent two full days in New Hampshire this week. The goal of the trip was to take the pulse of NH voters and their views on Missile Defense and communicate those views to the Democrats running for President.

New Hampshire Voters Want Missile Defense

Mon, 12 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Boost-phase technology has great potential

Thu, 17 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT

A ballistic missile travels through three phases; boost, mid-course and terminal. The objective of a robust, multi-layered missile defense system will have the capability to destroy the ballistic missile in all three of its phases.

Senator Lieberman understands

Wed, 25 Jun 2003 00:00:00 GMT

As stated above, Senator Lieberman understands that the United States and her allies do live with a real and credible threat from terrorist and rogue nations.

Iran is building up its nuclear arsenal

Fri, 13 Jun 2003 00:00:00 GMT

In recent news, alarming reports from the Pentagon and CIA show that Iran is building up its nuclear arsenal.

Missile Defense - a public safety issue for Japan

Wed, 04 Jun 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense is not just an issue of national security for America but also a public safety issue for the entire world.

Nevada testimonials in support of Senate Joint Resolution 7

Wed, 28 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense testimony was given in Nevada last week focusing on the public safety for citizens and infrastructure of the state of Nevada. Submitted in the record were letters written by Congressman James Gibbons, the Department of Defense, and the Nevada Homeland Security Advisor Jerry Bussell.

North Korean threats

Wed, 21 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT

In the weeks preceding the Cuban Missile Crisis, American spy planes acknowledged that the Soviet's were constructing ballistic missile installations on the island of Cuba. One of the most horrifying aspects of this whole event was that these missiles were pointed at American cities and there was no defense in place against them.

When regimes change, weapons remain

Thu, 15 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT

"A strategy that focuses exclusively on regimes and not on weapons themselves has several flaws, and the most obvious one is this: when regimes change, weapons remain."

The enemies of freedom are not idle..

Wed, 07 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT

"The proliferation of deadly weapons remains a serious danger. The enemies of freedom are not idle.."

We've got nukes. We can't dismantle them.

Wed, 30 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT

"We've got nukes. We can't dismantle them. It's up to you whether we do a physical demonstration or transfer them."

A system that does not kill people

Wed, 09 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT

"It is rare we have the opportunity to support a system that does not kill people. This is one of those rare occasions. This system is designed to destroy one thing ? incoming missiles ? not people. Not only will it keep our civilians safe, it will do so without having to kill a single pilot or soldier."

The grimmest day this nation has ever seen

Wed, 02 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT

"If the world's most destructive weapons were launched at the United States, either by accident or with malevolent intent, today there is still nothing we can do to stop them. We can't stop one. It would be the grimmest day this nation has ever seen. Were we able to stop only one of those missiles, the result would hardly be less tragic. But the number of lives saved could easily be measured in the hundreds of thousands. Given the stakes, we have no choice but to move forward and eliminate this glaring vulnerability as rapidly as possible."

Last week, Congress discussed missile defense in hearings

Thu, 27 Mar 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense is playing a critical role in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Successful intercepts of Iraqi missiles by Patriot missiles have proven that the fundamental missile defense technology works and that there is a real and credible threat.

Iran Launches Production Lines for Unmanned Planes

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Iran has launched two production lines to build unmanned aircraft with surveillance and attack capabilities, the defense minister announced Monday.

India Successfully Tests Nuclear-capable Missile

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

India again successfully test-fired a nuclear-capable missile Sunday that can hit targets across much of Asia and the Middle East, a defense ministry press release said.

Iran Opens Two New Missile Plants

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi opened two new missile production plants on Saturday, just three days after Iran fired a rocket carrying live animals into space, state television reported.

"Change We Can Believe In"

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Iran Says Launches Satellite Rocket

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Iran said on Wednesday it had launched a Kavoshgar-3 rocket capable of carrying a satellite -- a move that may add to Western concern about Tehran's nuclear program.

Iran criticizes U.S. missile deployments in Gulf

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Iran accused the United States on Tuesday of seeking to stoke "Iran phobia" in the Middle East by deploying missile defense systems in the Gulf, and said Tehran enjoyed friendly ties with neighboring states.

True Grit

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense Intercept Test Failure Requires Bi-Annual Testing to Succeed

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Speeding Up Missile Defenses in Persian Gulf

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

"...That is a Promise."

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Koreas Exchange Fire at Sea, Adding to Tension

Iran test-fires its most advanced missile

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tehran, Iran (CNN) -- Iran tested an upgraded version of a surface-to-surface missile with a range that makes it capable of reaching parts of Europe, state-run television reported Wednesday.

Deployment of missile intercepters delayed

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

S. Korea, US to Draw Up Defense Guidelines

IAEA not the best solution to the Iran nuclear problem

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. to Station Troops in Poland for First Time

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

India launches ballistic missile

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

India has test-fired its intermediate-range nuclear-capable ballistic missile, Agni-II. The surface-to-surface missile was test-fired off an island in Orissa state in eastern India, officials say. With a range of more than 2,000km (1,250 miles), the missile can carry a nuclear payload of 1,000kg.

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prague, Nov 6 (CTK) - The Czech Republic will send its representative to the U.S. Missile Defence Agency (MDA) who is to seek ways of Czech participation in the new U.S. anti-missile shield plan, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense Alexander Vershbow and Czech Deputy Defence Minister Jan Fulik said yesterday. The Czech expert is to play the role of a liaison officer between U.S. agencies and the Czech military, Fulik said.

APEC summit to see discussion of North Korean nuclear program

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

SINGAPORE, November 9 (RIA Novosti) - APEC leaders will discuss North Korea's nuclear program on the sidelines of a two-day summit in Singapore, the head of the Russian delegation at six-party talks on the issue has told RIA Novosti. "It stands to reason that we intend to put to use possible contacts with our colleagues from China, South Korea, Japan, the United States and other countries to compare our positions on the sidelines of the summit, including [our views] on the Korean Peninsula nuclear problem," Alexei Borodavkin said.

U.S. Weighs Pyongyang Envoy

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

SEOUL -- The U.S. is near a decision on whether to send an envoy to North Korea, just as top American and South Korean officials are speaking more directly about their goal of breaking Pyongyang from a two-decade pattern of provocation and extortion. A senior U.S. official on Friday made clear the Obama administration is aware that sitting down with North Korea risks entering a diplomatic black hole in which matters thought long gone show up again to be renegotiated.

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army today activated its second Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery during a ceremony at Fort Bliss, Texas. THAAD is a defensive weapon system developed by the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, a joint service organization within the Department of Defense.

'Nuclear threat' to power grids

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Scientists have warned that Iran and North Korea could produce a weapon capable of paralysing Western electricity grids for months or years.

Clinton: Russia sees Iran threat

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has told the BBC that Russia now recognises the threat posed by Iran.

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vice President Biden will travel to Poland, Romania and the Czech Republic on 20th October 2009.

A Step in the Right Direction

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Obama in Iran inspection demand

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran, Major Powers Reach Agreement On Series of Points

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran 'to accept UN nuclear deal'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Boeing news on Airborne Laser, B-1

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Russia Developing New Missiles to Counter US System

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A top Russian military officer says his country is developing new missiles to counter space-based missile systems that could soon be deployed by the United States.

Islamic Revival Tests Bosnia's Secular Cast

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

SARAJEVO, Bosnia and Herzegovina — Thirteen years after a war in which 100,000 people were killed, a majority of them Muslims, Bosnia is undergoing an Islamic revival.

Make breaking, leaving nuke treaty harder, US says

North Korea ups tension with short-range missiles

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prelude to Fireworks

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vandenberg Officials Launch Minuteman III

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hawaii

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What the North Korea's most recent threat means for the United States and how we're prepared to defend Hawaii from a would be attack.

President Obama's Solution to Iran Requires Missile Defense

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North Korea's Nuclear Test Forces Obama's Administration to Rethink Cutting Missile Defense

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, May 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman and Founder of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org went on record calling for expedient and definitive action by our nation as we were surprised by the underground nuclear test by North Korea. Ellison's remarks to the MDAA members are as follows:

American Public Supports Missile Defense at Close to 9 Out of Every 10 Americans

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, May 14, /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman and Founder of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org announced today in a press conference at the National Press Club in Washington DC that a new Opinion Research poll shows that Americans support our nation's missile defense program at close to 9 out of 10 at 88% The poll sampled 1,001 adults from throughout the nation and has a 3.2% margin of error. A summary of the poll and Ellison's remarks are posted on the web site at www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org and may be viewed and downloaded.

ANALYSIS: Gates' Budget Cuts Sour Conservatives

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama Outlines His Plan for Missile Defense

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sea-Based Missile Defense Moves Forward Under President Obama's Administration

Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Rocket Science of Missile Threats

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

John Rood, former Under Secretary of Arms Control and International Security, State Department, Join

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Senator Daniel Inouye Participates in Ground Breaking of the Kauai Veterans Memorial

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama and Secretary Gates Embrace Missile Defense

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Washington DC, April 9, 2009. Riki Ellison, Chairman and Founder of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org has informed the MDAA membership of his view on the budget recommendation by Secretary Robert M. Gates made on Monday, April 6th and this Administration's movement on Missile Defense. His comments are as follows:

Why did radar skip missile launch?

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North Korea launch could arm Pentagon suppliers

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - North Korea's rocket launch may be good news for Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT.N), Boeing Co (BA.N) and other big Pentagon contractors that face possible program cuts.

Diplomatic Efforts Fail, North Korea Successful Long Range Missile Has Serious Implications

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.N. Security Council May Lack Unified Response to Anticipated North Korean Rocket Launch

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Needs Full Protection Against North Korea

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, March 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA), www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org, informed the membership of MDAA that a letter has been sent to Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates urging him to make sure all of our missile defense assets are in place to protect Alaska, Hawaii and regions of the United States prior to the North Korea "Space Launch" and missile test scheduled for later this week. The letter to Secretary Gates follows:

U.S. Military Pacific Commanders make case for Missile Defense in Testimony

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense - Deal or no Deal - with Russia

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, March 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org, went on record today commenting on the subject of the United States and Russia making a deal on the proposed third site for deployment of our missile defense system in Poland and limiting Iran's development and deployment of ballistic missiles. His comments are as follows:

Top Testing Official and Director of Missile Defense for the Pentagon Testify That Current System Ca

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran Drives Obama Administration to Support and Deploy Missile Defenses

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Boeing says Israel eyes new U.S. bomb kit

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. missile defense said to face near $2 billion cut

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Former Director of the Missile Defense Agency Joins Board of Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran Demonstrates the Key Attributes of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile in Its Space Launched

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Iran Shows the World That It Can Launch a Satellite Into Space

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Bush Forgot to Acknowledge His Greatest Achievement

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense Could Help Stop Gaza Conflict

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Could a successful, reliable defense against rockets and missiles have prevented the conflict between Israel and Hamas?

Lack of Rocket Defense Drives Israel to War with Hamas

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org points out in an Alert to the membership of his organization that the situation in the Middle East between Israel and the Hamas is a real life example of the need for missile defense deployment by Israel. Ellison was in Israel a few months ago and toured many of the cities under attack by Hamas. He has a good understanding of the need for a missile defense system for Israel, and shares this with the MDAA membership. His remarks are as follows:

Missile Defense Proves Its Capability to Defend the Homeland of the United States

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Head of U.S. Missile Defense Retires Leaving a Remarkable Legacy of Deploying Missile Defenses

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, Nov 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA), www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org, paid tribute to Lt Gen Trey Obering upon his retirement on Friday, Nov 21. Lt. General Obering led the Missile Defense Agency for four years. Ellison's reflections and comments about his retirement and accomplishments are as follows:

Missile-defense advocates on edge

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Missile defense advocates are scrambling to shield a system proposed for Eastern Europe from budget cuts or delays in the Obama administration.

Iran Follows Russia in Threatening New Administration with Ballistic Missiles

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

U.S Navy Independently Validates and Demonstrates its Missile Defense System

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Washington DC, November 3, 2008: Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance, MDAA, (www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) reports that the United States Navy independently validates its Aegis Ship based missile defense capability. Details of the event follow.

Both candidates support missile defense

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Case laid out for missile defense

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As a standout football player at a Tucson high school, at USC and with the San Francisco 49ers, Riki Ellison was focused on intercepting passes.

Israel And U.S. Don't Have Deployed Missile Defense Capability to Guarantee 100 Percent Shoot Down o

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, Chairman of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org , was in Israel this week to visit and get updates on their missile defense system. His thoughts in journal form are as follows:

'Missile Defense Asserts Itself This September'

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org had the opportunity to provide an extensive and comprehensive update on the missile defense program with the membership of the MDAA in an ALERT to all members, and he made the following comments and observations:

In Light of Russia's Threats, Prime Minster of Poland Further Embeds Missile Defense With the Polish

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Polish Daily Outlines Local Residents' Objections to US Missile Defense Base

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Fear in Redzikowo. Protests in Slupsk. At city hall there is a Polish-American conference, Slupsk-Huntsville. "I'm afraid we unfortunately aren't in danger of having a single customer come to our store from the Americans," the soltys [elected village-level leader] says.

Attacking Our Patriots

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Joe Biden shares Barack Obama's lifelong commitment to keeping America unprotected against nuclear missile attack. Neither he nor Obama wants to protect Georgia — theirs or ours.

Slupsk-Huntsville cooperation agreement

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Polish coastal city of Slupsk has signed a twinning agreement with American Huntsville in Alabama. Not many are aware this could be termed one of the first results of the just concluded missile defense deal between Poland and the United States.

Cities of Slupsk, Poland and Huntsville, Alabama Open Partnership Prior to Polish Prime Minster Tusk

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison Chairman and Founder of MDAA, (www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) was in Slupsk, Poland this past week on the forefront of the Polish Prime Minster, Mr. Donald Tusk’s first visit to the Slupsk Region in Northern Poland this Friday, since the signing of the Missile Defense agreement with the United States. His comments and observations of the need for public education is evident in this article written in Poland by Ellison

Reagan’s Vision for Missile Shield Now Shared in Europe, Advocate Says

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Poland’s willingness to accept U.S. missile interceptors as part of a multi-layered network suggests Ronald Reagan’s vision for a protective shield is gaining momentum throughout the free world, according to a strategic defense expert who spoke to CNSNews.com from Warsaw, Poland.

We have local interest in Poland agreement

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

By now you have all probably read and heard about the agreement that was signed this past week between the United States and the Republic of Poland concerning the deployment of ground-based Ballistic Missile Defense Interceptors in the Territory of the Republic of Poland.

Poland and the US Sign Missile Defense Agreement to Provide NATO and Europe Protection Against Long

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WARSAW, Poland, Aug. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) reports that on a stunning summer day at 1130 a.m. this morning in Warsaw, Poland, the Republic of Poland signed an agreement with the United States of America to host 10 U.S. two-stage ground-based missile defense interceptors that will defend and protect NATO and the United States from long range ballistic missiles.

Inside the missile deal

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WBJ speaks with Riki Ellison, a missile-defense advocate involved in the recent US missile-shield deal, about the state of the system and relations with the US and Russia

87% of Americans Support Having a Missile Defense System

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

87 Percent of the American Public Support Missile Defense

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Anti-Missile Radar Defenses in Czech Republic Help Europe, U.S., Experts Say

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The new rada r system being installed in the Czech Republic, with the cooperation of the United States, will help existing anti-missile defenses in the United States and Europe. The new device is particularly relevant to a potential missile attack by Iran.

Lamborn Honored for Dedication to Missile Defense

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Today Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-05) is being honored by the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA) for his key contributions to the missile defense community at a private event held today at the Antlers Hilton in Colorado Springs, CO. Congressman Lamborn issued the following statement regarding his recognition:

US Validates Radar Capabilities Against Ballistic Missiles with Countermeasures and Decoys

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 21 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org), has gone on record about the significance of the missile defense test on Friday, July 18th, 2008 by declaring that the system is capable of using a variety of sensors to detect countermeasures and decoys.

Missile Defense Required to Prevent Military Escalation With Iran

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, July 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org), reports that there is great concern in Europe about the recent news of Iran's testing of ballistic missiles. His comments and observations include the following:

The Shield Would Protect Poland Better Than Patriots

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, Republican's expert on the shield Tomasz Pompowski talks to a Republican's expert on the shield Mr. Riki Ellison.

Czech Republic Agrees to Missile Defense

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Prague, Czech Republic, July 8, 2008: 2008. Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) reports from Prague, Czech Republic on our nation’s missile defense agreement with the Czech Republic. Ellison’s comments and observations on this historic event are as follows:

Who pays for Poland's Patriots - that's the question

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Poland and the United States are at odds over who should pay possibly billions of dollars for Raytheon and Lockheed Martin air defences as part of a missile-shield agreement between the two countries, a prominent U.S. missile-defence advocate said on Friday.

29th Missile Defense Intercept Achieved

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

“Today in Hawaii, on a dark cloudy muggy late afternoon day, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system achieved the 29th overall successful ballistic missile intercept and the 5th intercept for the THAAD system since the United States government made the decision to deploy missile defense in December of 2002.”

U.S. Demonstrates Defensive Capability to Defend Coastlines and Fleet From Short Range Ballistic Mis

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

KAUAI, Hawaii, June 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA), http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org, reports from Hawaii that another successful intercept by our nation's U.S. Aegis Sea-based system was accomplished early this morning. His observations and comments on the test include the following:

Fourth Layer of U.S. Missile Defense Activated; Overseas Deployment Under Debate

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

EL PASO, Texas, May 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) was at Fort Bliss, Texas on Wednesday during the activation ceremonies of the first battery of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD). His observations and comments on the ceremony and the significance of this historic event follow:

Not Enough U.S. Missile Defense Systems to Counter the Threat

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance went on record pointing out that with 26 foreign countries having deployed ballistic missiles, the U.S. does not have enough missile defense systems to counter the threat posed by that number of countries.

Missile Defense Hearing on Capitol Hill Reveals Bi-Partisan Support

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 2, 2008 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance - MDAA - <http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org/> http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org, was on Capitol Hill on Monday at the Senate hearing on missile defense.

Forthcoming Historic Agreement on Deployed Missile Defense Systems in Europe Predicted

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA, reported to the world-wide MDAA membership details about an education and advocacy tour that was done by MDAA the past two weeks. He and two other MDAA Advisory Board Members spent time doing education and outreach activities in both the Czech Republic and Poland. His comments are as follows:

Missile Defense Outreach Established in Poland

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WARSAW, Poland, March 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (MDAA), announced today that MDAA has established a Polish website and named a Polish Director of Advocacy, Dr. Andrzej Jodkowski to provide independent information to the Polish Public on Missile Defense.

US delegation on anti-missile shield

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The former head of the US Missile Defense Agency, retired general Ron Kadish, has said that the vicinity of Slupsk, northern Poland, is the only currently considered location of the elements of the anti-missile shield that are to be deployed in Poland.

U.S. and Czechs close to missile deal

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Environmental issues appear to be the only obstacle to America using Czech soil for part of its planned anti-missile radar in Eastern Europe.

Labor in backflip on missile defence shield

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

AUSTRALIA could soon join the US missile defence shield, breaking with Labor's trenchant opposition to the controversial project.

An Errant Satellite Is Gone, but Questions Linger

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Videotape of the Navy mission to shoot down a dying spy satellite made available Thursday shows an interceptor missile ascending atop a bright trail of burning fuel, and then a flash, a fireball, a plume of vapor.

Spy Satellite's Downing Shows a New U.S. Weapon Capability

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The unprecedented downing of an errant spy satellite by a Navy missile makes it clear that the Pentagon has a new weapon in its arsenal -- an anti-satellite missile adapted from the nation's missile defense program.

U.S. shot raises tensions, worries over satellites

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The shot that slammed into a a crippled U.S. spy satellite Wednesday has raised fears of a new arms race in the heavens and increased tensions on Earth.

Missile Defense Shoots Down Toxic Satellite Mitigating Risk to Human Life

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) let the worldwide membership of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance know that our Navy's Aegis missile defense system was successful in its fist try with a SM-3 in the shoot down of the failing US 193 satellite. Extracts of his comments follow:

U.S. military counts down to dramatic shootdown of spy satellite over Pacific

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Pentagon counted down Wednesday toward an unprecedented effort to shoot down a dying and potentially deadly U.S. spy satellite, using a souped-up missile fired from a ship in the Pacific.

Navy ready to blast satellite

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Navy has put pilots and boaters on alert as it prepares to blow a broken spy satellite from the skies as early as Wednesday night.

Navy set for satellite shot

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A temporary federal bar on access to an area north and west of the Hawaiian Islands supports claims that the Pentagon plans to shoot down a failing spy satellite when it flies over the restricted area late Wednesday or Thursday.

Satellite return may be challenging

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A satellite that could have been used to survey damage from disasters now has the potential of causing one.

Dahlgren shares missile expertise

Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Japanese military recently conducted a successful missile defense exercise, thanks in part to engineers at the Naval Support Facility at Dahlgren.

Japan tests interceptor missile

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Japanese military has successfully test-fired an interceptor missile from a ship at sea, destroying a mid-range ballistic missile in space.

Japan intercepts missile

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer shot down a dummy ballistic missile in a test about 100 miles (160 km) above the Pacific, a first for a U.S. ally, Japanese and U.S. forces said.

Japan intercepts missile in space

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer shot down a ballistic missile in space in a test over the Pacific, a first for a US ally, a witness said.

Japanese first ally to complete Aegis test

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday’s Aegis test went off as planned, just as 11 others have this year at the Pacific Missile Range Facility. But there was one major difference about the destroyer that successfully shot down the medium-range, separating target.\r\n

Japan Intercepts Missile In Milestone Test

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer shot down a dummy ballistic missile in a test about 100 miles above the Pacific on Monday, a first for a U.S. ally, Japanese and U.S. forces said.

Japanese Ship Downs Missile in Pacific Test

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON (Reuters) — A Japanese Navy destroyer shot down a ballistic missile on Monday in a test about 100 miles over the Pacific, a first for a United States ally, American and Japanese forces said.

Japan shoots down missile in milestone test

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer has shot down a ballistic missile in space in a test over the Pacific, a first for a US ally, a witness said.

Japan launches first anti-ballistic missile test

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer has shot down a ballistic missile in space in a test over the Pacific - a first for a US ally.

Japanese Warship Tests Antimissile System

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Japan is the first US ally to successfully carry out a test of the US-built interceptor system.

Japan intercepts a test missile

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Japanese navy destroyer shot down a dummy ballistic missile in a test about 100 miles above the Pacific yesterday, a first for a US ally, Japanese and US forces said.

America Now Protected Against North Korean Missile Attack

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

All 50 American states are now protected against a limited ballistic missile attack involving one or two missiles launched out of North Korea, according to the Defense Department.

BMD Watch: NCADE breakthrough

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Advocates of the U.S. ballistic missile defense program got a chance to celebrate Christmas early this year.

Champ visits base-talks about missiles, football

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A three-time Super Bowl champion visited Charleston AFB Nov. 28 to 29 for a base tour and to give a presentation at the base theater.

SM-3s are 'mature'

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

By any standards, the Aegis Weapons System and its Raytheon Standard Missile 3s that carried out outstandingly successful double exoatmospheric kills off Kauai in the Pacific Ocean Tuesday is a mature ballistic missile defense technology.

Missile blessing closes first phase

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MANA — Spiritual leader Tom Takahashi knows that tonight’s scheduled test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system will be a success.\r\n\r\nAfter spending an hour yesterday observing the target and interceptor to be used in the test, Takahashi offered a blessing — a tradition begun more than a decade ago — and said he was sure that things would go smoothly.\r\n\r\n“They put the words in my mouth and in my head,” Takahashi said of the missiles, which he named Ku‘uipo, or sweetheart, and Kekai o ke kai, boy from the sea.

Missile Test is Lauded as a Success

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An important test of the system to defend against long-range ballistic missiles was rated a success on Friday when an interceptor collided with a mock warhead high over the Pacific, Pentagon officials said. A target missile was launched from Kodiak Island, Alaska, and tracked by radar at Beale Air Force Base, near Sacramento. The interceptor missile was fired from Vandenberg Air Force Base, north of Santa Barbara, Calif., striking the target warhead about eight minutes later, officials said.

84 percent of Americans back BMD

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A huge majority of Americans now backs ballistic missile defense, a new poll released Thursday said.\r\n\r\nThe new national opinion poll carried out by the Opinion research Corp. said 84 percent of Americans backed the creation of a missile defense system to protect the United States.

Our Resolve

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Promontory, Utah -- Yesterday in the northern desert of Utah in the confines of Hill Air Force Base, the next generation missile defense rocket engine and booster ignited for 30 seconds, producing 100,000 lbs of thrust and 25Gs of acceleration. The desert shook, as the intense white plume thundered loudly as it reflected the burnout of a first stage solid fuel missile whose acceleration is 3 times faster than our quickest deployed interceptor. This demonstration, the first of four static rocket tests in the upcoming year before flying a test flight out of Vandenberg Air Force Base, California in 2008, displays the resolve of our military and nation to increase our current missile defense capability.

This future missile defense interceptor called the Kinetic Energy Interceptor (KEI), which looks to stand around 40 feet, and is projected to be a mobile system that will be both land and sea based is being developed to intercept ballistic missiles as quickly as 150 seconds after their launch and intercept them in the ascent and early mid course phase of flight. This capability, coupled with future single or multiple kill non-explosive warheads, fills a void and a layer that is not defended by our current missile defense systems. Our current missile defense system today destroys missiles in the midcourse and terminal phase of flight. By adding this additional missile defense layer, we add more reliability and efficiency to the overall capability of the system, making it very difficult for offensive ballistic missiles to be successful.

As the state of Utah and the Hill Air Force Base play an important role in our country's development of Missile Defense, MDAA had the honor to meet with Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. at the State Capitol to advocate on behalf of Missile Defense. Prior to the meeting with the Governor and attending the static rocket test in Promontory, MDAA hosted an advocacy event in Salt Lake City.

BMD Advocate Urges European Base Plan

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A leading U.S. advocate for ballistic missile defense has welcomed the president of Russia's new offer on BMD cooperation.

BMD Focus: Democrats for BMD

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

National Security Remains at Stake with Putin's Proposal

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Russia: Let's Share Missile-Shield Task

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Experts Question Putin Offer on Missiles

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Tensions Rise Between U.S., Russia Over Missile Defense

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

President Putin's Remarks Galvanize Missile Defense Rather Than Divide

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Leveraging Russian Missile Test by President Putin

Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Target Missile Failure Halts Ballistic Interceptor Test

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA welcomes Australian move on BMD

Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Scraps Missile-Defense Test as Target Misfires

Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. House of Representatives has Adopted a Measure Aimed at

Fri, 18 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Gagnon Propagandizes MDAA and Finds Adversary in Riki Ellison

Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

BMD Focus: Congress Compromise -- Part 1

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

BMD Focus: The Battle to Save ABL

Fri, 11 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

House Armed Services Committee Adds Key Amendments

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, president of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://missiledefenseadvocacy.org) told his MDAA membership that HASC chairman, Rep Ellen Tauscher added two key amendments to the overall FY 2008 missile defense budget at the House Armed Services Committee that resulted in a restoring of $150M to boost phase missile defense

Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance Reviews Missile Defense Budget Cuts by House Strategic Forces Subcommittee

Mon, 07 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://missiledefenseadvocacy.org ) informed MDAA's worldwide audience that the recent action by the House Armed Service Committee's Strategic Forces Subcommittee would result in cutting the missile defense FY 2008 budget more than 8.9 percent by eliminating more than $764 million from the overall budget request of $8.9 billion. Ellison said

House Subcommittee Cuts $764 Milllion From Missile Defense Agency Request

Thu, 03 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Missiles Destroyed

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The second time was the charm for the Missile Defense Agency yesterday as a United States Navy ship successfully intercepted two simulated, simultaneous attacks — one from the air and another launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility — in a test of its Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense system off the coast of Kauai.

U.S. Senate Focuses on European Missile Site and Sheds New Light on Threat From Iran

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (), was at the Senate's Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces hearing on Capitol Hill on April 11, hosted by Chairman Bill Nelson (D-FL).

Aegis BMD Group Leaves San Diego For Waters Near Korean Peninsula

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Pacific Fleet Is Missile Defense Capable

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Obering Says Funding For Missile Defense Shouldn't Be Cut

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Congress Likely to Address Third Interceptor Site This Year, Analysts Say

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Construction of a third ground-based interceptor site in Eastern Europe is likely to be one of the top missile defense issues for Congress during this budget cycle, according to activists and analysts.

Democratic Chairwoman Ellen Tauscher and Representative Silvestre Reyes Lead Committee in Support for Missile Defense

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

informed the membership of MDAA that recent testimony by Members of Congress "revealed support for our nation's missile defense system and the need to continue development and deployment for our deployed forces, friends and our allies."

Missile Defense

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Russia 'right to fear UK-based missiles'

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Iran Plans To Nuke Europe, US - Sanctions Urged

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Supporting Third Site Development in Europe

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The United States has entered a decisive phase in a plan to set up missile defense sites in Eastern Europe - a system Washington says is aimed at protecting itself and its allies against potential attacks from the Middle East.

Survey: NH Voters Want Missile Defense

Mon, 12 Jan 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Manchester - A survey of 600 New Hampshire registered voters released today reveals overwhelming support for a missile defense system to protect the U.S. against ballistic missiles carry weapons of mass destruction (WMD).

U.S. Senate Authorizes Full Funding for European Missile Defense Sites

Sat, 02 May 1908 00:00:00 GMT

Riki Ellison, President of the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance (http://www.missiledefenseadvocacy.org) praised the Senate Armed Services Committee for their authorization on our nation's missile defense with their support on May 1, 2008.

"Change We Can Believe In"

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

True Grit

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

"...That is a Promise."

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Friend or Foe

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A League of its Own

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Chinese Checkers

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Deal or No Deal

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Breaking Video - Iran Launches Long-Range Missile

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Defender of the Month

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Defending the Holy Land

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Breaking News Alert

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home on the Range

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A Win

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"Samurai"

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

God Bless Texas

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

May God Bless this Ship

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A Step in the Right Direction

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: Clear and Present Danger

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: At Risk

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA: Breaking Videos and News -- US Changes Course on Missile Defense

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: Immovable Missiles

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: Stars Align

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

From Sea to Shining Sea

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A Man is Only as Good as His Word

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Risky Business

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Alert: To Russia with Love

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

7-11

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prelude to Fireworks

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vandenberg Officials Launch Minuteman III

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hawaii

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What the North Korea's most recent threat means for the United States and how we're prepared to defend Hawaii from a would be attack.

Think about it

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What About Tomorrow?

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North Korea detonated a nuclear bomb for the second time with complete disregard to international law...

Change Can't Happen Without You

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

You Get What You Pay For

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Barack Obama released the Federal Budget for 2010 yesterday here in Washington D.C.

Ubi Concordia Ibi Victoria

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the last day of April this year, in a small sleepy southern shore side town in Virginia on the banks of the Potomac River

John Rood Joins MDAA Advisory Board

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Let's Compete

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A Memorial for All

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Defying the Critics

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Let Me Be Clear

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"Let me be clear; Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile activity poses a real threat, not just to the United States, but to Iran's neighbors and our Allies."

Breaking News - Diplomacy Fails North Korea Successfully Launches Long-Range Missile

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Secretary Gates

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Compelling Case for Missile Defense

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Deal or No Deal

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Taking Care of Business

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As North Korea prepares to launch...

It's About Iran

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Time is Now

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A Moment that will Define a Generation

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Give Credit Where Credit is Due

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

War

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

372 Years

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense Proves Its Capability to Defend the Homeland of the United States

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

You Made the Nation Safer

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A Miss

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Our 44th President

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The State of Being in Israel

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Earth, Wind and Fire

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Commitment

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

United We Stand

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

History is Made

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Perfect Storm

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We The People...

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

FORE!

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Last Friday evening in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the United States for the first time, successfully integrated and validated four diverse tracking and discriminatory sensor radars against a three stage, long range ballistic missile dispersing countermeasures and decoys over the Pacific Ocean. The test integrated the Sea Based X-Band Radar (SBX) in the Pacific, the Aegis Destroyer USS Milius (DDG-69) with its SPY-1 radar in the northern pacific, the mobile forward based X-band Radar (AN/TPY-2 X) located in Juneau, Alaska and an upgraded early warning radar located at the Beale AFB near Yuba City, California. The real time accumulation of data from the four radar sources to make the exact target coordinates of the warhead was accomplished, validating the United States capability to initially deal with complex future ballistic missile threats. This achievement affirms the current technology to track and discriminate a warhead with countermeasures and decoys of future ballistic missile configurations.

Clear and Present Danger

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bohemian Rhapsody

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Hawaii 5-0

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sea to Shining Sea

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

It's Hi-Hi-Hey! The Army's On Its Way

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We Need It, We Want it, and We Want More of It

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends, Today, 27 foreign countries around the world have deployed ballistic missiles,

A Legacy To Our Generation

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Prague to Warsaw through Moscow

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Missile Defense Outreach Established in Poland

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA tours proposed European Third Site and Attends Press Conference

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

You Can't Stop What is Coming

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bolt On

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Out of Space

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Driven by the Threat

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Solidarity

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Japan Unilaterally Demonstrates Capability to Destroy North Korean Ballistic Missiles

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Peace through Partnership

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Air to Air

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

4th Missile Defense Intercept in 39 Days

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

2008 Conference Report

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Scud Intercept Follows a String of Missile Defense Successes by the United States

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

President of the United States George W. Bush Speaks on Missile Defense

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Comrades In Arms

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

7th GBI Test Successful!

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

War and Peace

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Serendipity in Poland

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Radar Love

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our Global Village

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Summer to Remember

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Warfighter's View

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Tribute

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

90-5 -- The Right Vote at the Right Time for the Right Reason

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

And, By The Way

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Not Enough

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Hat Trick

Sat, 23 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Blinded By The Light

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our National Security Remains at Stake

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Our Russian Advocate

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

We will have to get new targets in Europe, is Russian President Putin's most recent international response to stop the United States, Poland and the Czech Republic from moving forward to deploy a European based Missile Defense system made up of 10 defensive missiles.

The Cold War is Over

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Russian Roulette

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Breaking News - The Culprit

Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Land Down Under

Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

House of Representatives Vote

Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

She Listened

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Impartial Review

Tue, 08 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Facilitator

Fri, 04 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Success! Success!

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Valiant Warriors

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Two Questions

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Great White Fleet

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Final Analysis

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Her Key Priorities

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members and Friends

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

East Meets West

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Best and Brightest

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

What the World Needs Now

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

What the World Needs to Know

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Wisdom and Experience

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Honolulu Breakfast of Champions

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

To China With Love

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Back in the U.S.S.R.

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

152,000 American Lives at Stake

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Fifth Successful Missile Defense Test in the Past Six Months

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

THADD Test Successful

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MDAA Supporting Third Site Development in Europe

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Missile Defense Plan Riles Russia: Moscow Warns of New Arms Race as U.S. Considers Bases in Eastern Europe

Incentive To The World

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Passing of the President

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Interceptor Inventory & Production Rate

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT