Nathan Freier
@nathanfreier.bsky.social
Strategic Leader and Advisor|Enterprise-Level Strategist|Risk Professional|Soldier|Coach
My take on the #NationalSecurityStrategy. I grade it a #HighRisk “F.” It doesn’t reflect the values, characteristics, or intentions that for so long redounded to our benefit. www.atlanticcouncil.org/content-seri...
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For those who didn’t’t have the opportunity to catch my assessment of the 2025 #NationalSecurityStrategy. Here is a refire.
Unsurprisingly to those who know me well, I employed a risk lens. And ...
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December 26, 2025 at 4:42 PM
My take on the #NationalSecurityStrategy. I grade it a #HighRisk “F.” It doesn’t reflect the values, characteristics, or intentions that for so long redounded to our benefit. www.atlanticcouncil.org/content-seri...
My new #StrategicCounsel #Substack post on leadership is up. Visit via the link below and and subscribe. I look forward to you joining the dialogue.
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A Quick Look at Leadership…in “Unsettling Times”
Thanks for reading Strategic Counsel!
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April 13, 2025 at 3:10 AM
My new #StrategicCounsel #Substack post on leadership is up. Visit via the link below and and subscribe. I look forward to you joining the dialogue.
open.substack.com/pub/nathanfr...
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Elon Musk says that he believes the US Postal Service and Amtrak need to be privatized and that "we should privatize anything that can reasonably be privatized."
Elon Musk wants to privatize the Postal Service and Amtrak | CNN Business
Elon Musk says that he believes the US Postal Service and Amtrak need to privatized and that “we should privatize anything that can reasonably be privatized.”
www.cnn.com
March 5, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Elon Musk says that he believes the US Postal Service and Amtrak need to be privatized and that "we should privatize anything that can reasonably be privatized."
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Gen. CQ Brown signs off with a graceful message on LinkedIn:
February 24, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Gen. CQ Brown signs off with a graceful message on LinkedIn:
This email to federal workers and the X post saying failure to comply equals their resignation are examples of neither leadership nor management. They are deliberate instruments of fear to destabilize and break a federal workforce that: 1) we all rely on and 2) is already under enormous stress.
February 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
This email to federal workers and the X post saying failure to comply equals their resignation are examples of neither leadership nor management. They are deliberate instruments of fear to destabilize and break a federal workforce that: 1) we all rely on and 2) is already under enormous stress.
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⚡️Austria offers to host Ukraine peace negotiations, ambassador says.
Europe must participate in potential peace talks "not only because we are the biggest donors but because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom," Austrian Ambassador to Ukraine Arad Benko said.
Europe must participate in potential peace talks "not only because we are the biggest donors but because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom," Austrian Ambassador to Ukraine Arad Benko said.
Austria offers to host Ukraine peace negotiations, ambassador says
Europe must participate in potential peace talks "not only because we are the biggest donors but because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom," Austrian Ambassador to Ukra...
kyivindependent.com
February 22, 2025 at 1:31 AM
⚡️Austria offers to host Ukraine peace negotiations, ambassador says.
Europe must participate in potential peace talks "not only because we are the biggest donors but because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom," Austrian Ambassador to Ukraine Arad Benko said.
Europe must participate in potential peace talks "not only because we are the biggest donors but because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom," Austrian Ambassador to Ukraine Arad Benko said.
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Some House lawmakers are raising “deep alarm” over DOGE’s interactions with NASA and potential conflicts of interest in a new letter released Friday. cnn.it/3Qw2GVG
February 21, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Some House lawmakers are raising “deep alarm” over DOGE’s interactions with NASA and potential conflicts of interest in a new letter released Friday. cnn.it/3Qw2GVG
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US envoy to Ukraine hails Zelenskyy as ‘embattled and courageous leader’
US envoy to Ukraine hails Zelenskyy as ‘embattled and courageous leader’
Keith Kellogg strikes different tone after Donald Trump called Ukrainian president a ‘dictator’
The US envoy to Ukraine, Gen Keith Kellogg, has praised Voldymyr Zelenskyy as “the embattled and courageous leader of a nation at war”, striking a…
www.theguardian.com
February 21, 2025 at 7:34 PM
US envoy to Ukraine hails Zelenskyy as ‘embattled and courageous leader’
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Trump administration officials scrambled through the weekend amid a flood of criticism to claw back employees they fired Thursday evening at the National Nuclear Security Administration, four people familiar with the terminations — and their fallout — told CNN. cnn.it/3QkdINV
February 17, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Trump administration officials scrambled through the weekend amid a flood of criticism to claw back employees they fired Thursday evening at the National Nuclear Security Administration, four people familiar with the terminations — and their fallout — told CNN. cnn.it/3QkdINV
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Brian Gibbs had no clue Friday would be his last day at his dream job. The education technician park ranger at Effigy Mounds National Monument in Iowa reported to work, only to be terminated on despite receiving an exceptional performance evaluation in the fall.
After landing his dream job as a park ranger, he’s ‘heartbroken’ to be let go in federal cuts | CNN
Brian Gibbs had no clue Friday would be his last day at his dream job. The education technician park ranger at Effigy Mounds National Monument in Iowa reported to work, only to be terminated on despit...
www.cnn.com
February 17, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Brian Gibbs had no clue Friday would be his last day at his dream job. The education technician park ranger at Effigy Mounds National Monument in Iowa reported to work, only to be terminated on despite receiving an exceptional performance evaluation in the fall.
#WorkFromHomeMN When it is -8 actual not counting wind chill. This isn’t quaint. This is actually survival. Contemplating which piece of furniture is next if I run out.
February 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
#WorkFromHomeMN When it is -8 actual not counting wind chill. This isn’t quaint. This is actually survival. Contemplating which piece of furniture is next if I run out.
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“The true ordo amoris that must be promoted is that which we discover by meditating constantly on the parable of the ‘Good Samaritan,’” wrote Francis, “that is, by meditating on the love that builds a fraternity open to all, without exception.”
Pope Francis takes aim at Vance's definition of 'ordo amoris' in letter to US Bishops
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Vice President JD Vance used the old Catholic theology to defend the Trump administration's immigration policy. Pope Francis made clear that's not the church's interpretation.
religionnews.com
February 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
“The true ordo amoris that must be promoted is that which we discover by meditating constantly on the parable of the ‘Good Samaritan,’” wrote Francis, “that is, by meditating on the love that builds a fraternity open to all, without exception.”
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Anytime a storm is brewing, your local forecasters are getting the latest data from NOAA. As the agency faces an uncertain future, one thing's for sure: for-profit companies would struggle to replicate NOAA's weather-forecasting prowess.
For-Profit Companies Can’t Easily Replace NOAA’s Weather-Forecasting Prowess
Replicating the abilities of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s fleet of weather satellites would take time and a lot of money—and expose private companies to a large amount of…
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February 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Anytime a storm is brewing, your local forecasters are getting the latest data from NOAA. As the agency faces an uncertain future, one thing's for sure: for-profit companies would struggle to replicate NOAA's weather-forecasting prowess.
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NEW: Scoop about the architect of the destruction of USAID.
Pete Marocco was a USAID official in the first Trump Admin.
On a trip to the Balkans, he secretly met with the Serb separatist leader. That was a no-no. Caused a big diplomatic incident.
www.propublica.org/article/usai...
Pete Marocco was a USAID official in the first Trump Admin.
On a trip to the Balkans, he secretly met with the Serb separatist leader. That was a no-no. Caused a big diplomatic incident.
www.propublica.org/article/usai...
Trump Official Destroying USAID Secretly Met With Christian Nationalists Abroad in Defiance of U.S. Policy
Now one of the most powerful people in the U.S. government, Peter Marocco’s turbulent tenure during the first Trump administration sheds light on his current efforts to dismantle the American foreign ...
www.propublica.org
February 16, 2025 at 2:15 AM
NEW: Scoop about the architect of the destruction of USAID.
Pete Marocco was a USAID official in the first Trump Admin.
On a trip to the Balkans, he secretly met with the Serb separatist leader. That was a no-no. Caused a big diplomatic incident.
www.propublica.org/article/usai...
Pete Marocco was a USAID official in the first Trump Admin.
On a trip to the Balkans, he secretly met with the Serb separatist leader. That was a no-no. Caused a big diplomatic incident.
www.propublica.org/article/usai...
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Tokyo Tower and N Seoul Tower were lit up simultaneously to commemorate the 60th anniversary this year of the normalization of the two countries' diplomatic ties.
Tokyo and Seoul towers light up to mark anniversary of ties
Ambassadors from Japan and South Korea respectively attended the lighting ceremonies in the two countries.
buff.ly
February 16, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Tokyo Tower and N Seoul Tower were lit up simultaneously to commemorate the 60th anniversary this year of the normalization of the two countries' diplomatic ties.
It is difficult to imagine the rebuilding that will inevitably have to occur to restore lost capability across vital USG functions. Reacquiring the talent we all rely on will likely be more difficult and more expensive than anyone currently imagines.
I maxed out my credit card, emptied my savings account, and took out a loan to move from Alabama to Bethesda, MD. I don’t even qualify for unemployment since I’ve only worked at NIH for a month. I will be financially and medically devastated.
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
Today, along with 2,000 other NIH employees, I had to clear out my office 😭
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
February 15, 2025 at 8:28 PM
It is difficult to imagine the rebuilding that will inevitably have to occur to restore lost capability across vital USG functions. Reacquiring the talent we all rely on will likely be more difficult and more expensive than anyone currently imagines.
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The moment Estonia disconnected its power grid from Russia has been shared online. A historic step toward energy independence.
February 9, 2025 at 8:20 AM
The moment Estonia disconnected its power grid from Russia has been shared online. A historic step toward energy independence.
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A measles outbreak is growing in a rural area of West Texas where vaccination rates are well below the recommended level.
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas around county with low vaccination rate | CNN
A measles outbreak is growing in a rural area of West Texas where vaccination rates are well below the recommended level.
www.cnn.com
February 8, 2025 at 12:33 AM
A measles outbreak is growing in a rural area of West Texas where vaccination rates are well below the recommended level.
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The Trump administration’s effort to slash and reshape American foreign aid is crippling the intricate global system that aims to prevent and respond to famine reut.rs/3Q7cYeL 1/8
February 7, 2025 at 5:11 AM
The Trump administration’s effort to slash and reshape American foreign aid is crippling the intricate global system that aims to prevent and respond to famine reut.rs/3Q7cYeL 1/8
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state is temporarily shutting down all live bird markets in New York City and Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties through February 14 after inspectors discovered seven cases of bird flu in poultry through routine inspections
New York temporarily shuts down live bird markets in several counties after bird flu detected in poultry | CNN
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state is temporarily shutting down all live bird markets in New York City and Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk Counties through February 14 after inspectors dis...
www.cnn.com
February 7, 2025 at 3:43 PM
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state is temporarily shutting down all live bird markets in New York City and Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties through February 14 after inspectors discovered seven cases of bird flu in poultry through routine inspections
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The implications of federal job cuts would reverberate across Alaska, which is heavily dependent on federal spending.
Much of that goes to state and local governments, private contractors and nonprofits. Just the portion paid in wages to Alaska’s federal employees adds up to $1.4 billion a year.
Much of that goes to state and local governments, private contractors and nonprofits. Just the portion paid in wages to Alaska’s federal employees adds up to $1.4 billion a year.
Federal job cuts could have an enormous impact in Alaska
In a state where federal spending is “our No. 1 industry,” the threats of dismissal are demoralizing
alaskapublic.org
February 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
The implications of federal job cuts would reverberate across Alaska, which is heavily dependent on federal spending.
Much of that goes to state and local governments, private contractors and nonprofits. Just the portion paid in wages to Alaska’s federal employees adds up to $1.4 billion a year.
Much of that goes to state and local governments, private contractors and nonprofits. Just the portion paid in wages to Alaska’s federal employees adds up to $1.4 billion a year.
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Today is my birthday, AND the galleys for my book came. I am told that Barnes and Noble is having a sale and A Physical Education is 25% off thru tomorrow with code PREORDER25. Here we are sharing a tender moment www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-physical...
February 7, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Today is my birthday, AND the galleys for my book came. I am told that Barnes and Noble is having a sale and A Physical Education is 25% off thru tomorrow with code PREORDER25. Here we are sharing a tender moment www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-physical...
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⚡️North Korean missiles show improved accuracy in Russian attacks on Ukraine, Reuters reports.
Analysts believe North Korea is using the battlefield as a testing ground for its missile technology, enhancing its weapons for future use.
Analysts believe North Korea is using the battlefield as a testing ground for its missile technology, enhancing its weapons for future use.
North Korean missiles show improved accuracy in Russian attacks on Ukraine, Reuters reports
Analysts believe North Korea is using the battlefield as a testing ground for its missile technology, enhancing its weapons for future use.
kyivindependent.com
February 6, 2025 at 10:19 AM
⚡️North Korean missiles show improved accuracy in Russian attacks on Ukraine, Reuters reports.
Analysts believe North Korea is using the battlefield as a testing ground for its missile technology, enhancing its weapons for future use.
Analysts believe North Korea is using the battlefield as a testing ground for its missile technology, enhancing its weapons for future use.
We should all want USAID as our beacon of hope in the developing world. But, we also need #USAID to persistently outmaneuver rivals China and Russia, buffer important interests against rival exploitation, and increase US freedom of action. Can’t overstate its value.
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USAID website goes dark, staff emails deactivated amid DOGE takeover, source says
DOGE workers’ access to USAID systems signals an uncertain fate for the development agency.
fedscoop.com
February 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
We should all want USAID as our beacon of hope in the developing world. But, we also need #USAID to persistently outmaneuver rivals China and Russia, buffer important interests against rival exploitation, and increase US freedom of action. Can’t overstate its value.
fedscoop.com/usaid-websit...
fedscoop.com/usaid-websit...