Alan W. Dowd is a Senior Fellow with the American Security Council Foundation, where he writes on the full range of topics relating to national defense, foreign policy and international security. Dowd’s commentaries and essays have appeared in Policy Review, Parameters, Military Officer, The American Legion Magazine, The Journal of Diplomacy and International Relations, The Claremont Review of Books, World Politics Review, The Wall Street Journal Europe, The Jerusalem Post, The Financial Times Deutschland, The Washington Times, The Baltimore Sun, The Washington Examiner, The Detroit News, The Sacramento Bee, The Vancouver Sun, The National Post, The Landing Zone, Current, The World & I, The American Enterprise, Fraser Forum, American Outlook, The American and the online editions of Weekly Standard, National Review and American Interest. Beyond his work in opinion journalism, Dowd has served as an adjunct professor and university lecturer; congressional aide; and administrator, researcher and writer at leading think tanks, including the Hudson Institute, Sagamore Institute and Fraser Institute. An award-winning writer, Dowd has been interviewed by Fox News Channel, Cox News Service, The Washington Times, The National Post, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and numerous radio programs across North America. In addition, his work has been quoted by and/or reprinted in The Guardian, CBS News, BBC News and the Council on Foreign Relations. Dowd holds degrees from Butler University and Indiana University. Follow him at twitter.com/alanwdowd.

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Scott Tilley is a Senior Fellow at the American Security Council Foundation, where he writes the “Technical Power” column, focusing on the societal and national security implications of advanced technology in cybersecurity, space, and foreign relations.

He is an emeritus professor at the Florida Institute of Technology. Previously, he was with the University of California, Riverside, Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute, and IBM. His research and teaching were in the areas of computer science, software & systems engineering, educational technology, the design of communication, and business information systems.

He is president and founder of the Center for Technology & Society, president and co-founder of Big Data Florida, past president of INCOSE Space Coast, and a Space Coast Writers’ Guild Fellow.

He has authored over 150 academic papers and has published 28 books (technical and non-technical), most recently Systems Analysis & Design (Cengage, 2020), SPACE (Anthology Alliance, 2019), and Technical Justice (CTS Press, 2019). He wrote the “Technology Today” column for FLORIDA TODAY from 2010 to 2018.

He is a popular public speaker, having delivered numerous keynote presentations and “Tech Talks” for a general audience. Recent examples include the role of big data in the space program, a four-part series on machine learning, and a four-part series on fake news.

He holds a Ph.D. in computer science from the University of Victoria (1995).

Contact him at stilley@cts.today.

A Recap of the American History Live Event with Best-Selling Author Jenny L. Cote

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Categories: ASCF News

The echoes of history resonated through the walls of the Courthouse Executive Center, located in Vero Beach, Florida as best-selling author Jenny L. Cote brought her storytelling to life in the American History Live event, hosted by the American Security Council Foundation. Under the banner of "No History, No Future; Know History, Know Future," Jenny L. Cote captivated the audience with her unique blend of historical fiction. Known for her celebrated works like "The Amazing Tales of Max and Liz" and "Epic Order of the Seven," Cote's stories transport readers of all ages to pivotal moments in history, where talking animals play heroic roles alongside notable figures.

The event, which was open to the public and free of charge, welcomed eager participants from across Vero Beach and beyond. Attendees were treated not only to Cote's mesmerizing narrative but also to a delightful light lunch, courtesy of the organizers. Amidst bites of food and sips of refreshment, guests engaged in an interactive "Are You Smarter Than an 8th Grader" trivia challenge, curated by American History Live, further deepening their connection to the past. The highlight of the afternoon undoubtedly came during the book signing session, where attendees had the privilege of meeting Jenny L. Cote in person. For those who hadn't yet acquired their own copies, a limited number were available for purchase onsite, ensuring that no one left empty-handed.

American History Live, the driving force behind this remarkable gathering, proved once again its commitment to promoting historical education and awareness. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, dedicated to enriching communities through educational initiatives, their partnership with Jenny L. Cote exemplified their mission to inspire a love for history in children and adults alike.

The American History Live event in Vero Beach, guided by Jenny L. Cote and supported by the American Security Council Foundation, stands as a testament to the enduring power of history to educate, inspire, and unite communities.

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