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President Bush's Radio Address [September 30, 2006]

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In this radio address President Bush discusses the National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) on terrorism.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-

2006-09-30
President Condemns Terrorist Attack in Moscow [February 6, 2004]

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On February 6, 2004, the White House issued this statement condemning the terrorist attack in Moscow, Russia.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2004-02-06
Press Conference by the President [October 25, 2006]

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In this press conference President Bush addresses issues relating to the situation in Iraq, the war on terrorism, and other topics relating to national security.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-

2006-10-25
President Bush Previews War on Terror Speech [November 1, 2007]

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This document is President Bush's preview of his 'War on Terror' speech he will give to Heritage where he says: "I'm concerned that there are some who have lost sight of the fact that we're at war with extremists and radicals who want to attack us again. Part of the speech is to remind people that even though we haven't been attacked since September the 11th, there's still an enemy out there that would like to attack us."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2007-11-01
Remarks by Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan at CSIS [May 26, 2010]

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In this May 26, 2010 speech ('Securing the Homeland by Renewing American Strength, Resilience and Values') at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan discusses "the immediate, near-term challenge of destroying al-Qaida and its extremist affiliates, and second, the longer-term challenge of confronting violent extremism generally, including the political, economic and social forces that can sometimes put individuals on the path toward militancy." He also discusses the President's new National Security Strategy.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2010-05-26
Remarks by the President on a New Strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan [March 27, 2009]

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From the Document: "Today [March 27, 2009], I'm announcing a comprehensive, new strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan. And this marks the conclusion of a careful policy review, led by Bruce [Reidel], that I ordered as soon as I took office. My administration has heard from our military commanders, as well as our diplomats. We've consulted with the Afghan and Pakistani governments, with our partners and our NATO allies, and with other donors and international organizations. We've also worked closely with members of Congress here at home. [...] Going forward, we will not blindly stay the course. Instead, we will set clear metrics to measure progress and hold ourselves accountable. We'll consistently assess our efforts to train Afghan security forces and our progress in combating insurgents. We will measure the growth of Afghanistan's economy, and its illicit narcotics production. And we will review whether we are using the right tools and tactics to make progress towards accomplishing our goals."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2009-03-27
Weekly Address: President Obama Outlines Steps Taken to Protect the Safety and Security of the American People [January 2, 2010]

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From the Document: "In his weekly address [on January 2, 2010], President Barack Obama discussed his solemn responsibility to protect the nation and the steps the administration has taken to that end. From ordering reviews into the attempted act of terrorism in Detroit to a comprehensive strategy that has refocused our efforts on the fight against al Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan and strengthened international partnerships to keep unrelenting pressure on extremists across the globe, the President will continue to do everything in his power to uphold the nation's security."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2010-01-02
Message to Congress Concerning Somalia [April 13, 2010]

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In this message to congress, President Obama on April 13, 2010 announced the following: "I hereby report that I have issued an Executive Order (the 'order') blocking the property of certain persons contributing to the conflict in Somalia. In that order, I declared a national emergency to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States posed by" the conflict in Somalia.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2010-04-13
Statement of President Barak Obama on Sudan Strategy [October 19, 2009]

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On October 19, 2009, President Obama announced: "[M]y Administration is releasing a comprehensive strategy to confront the serious and urgent situation in Sudan. For years, the people of Sudan have faced enormous and unacceptable hardship. The genocide in Darfur has claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people and left millions more displaced. Conflict in the region has wrought more suffering, posing dangers beyond Sudan's borders and blocking the potential of this important part of Africa. Sudan is now poised to fall further into chaos if swift action is not taken."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2009-10-19
Fact Sheet: Advancing Global Security and Countering Terrorism [November 24, 2009]

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From the Document: "Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Barack Obama renewed their commitment to expand cooperation on strategic issues facing both countries and the world. They acknowledged the common threat that international terrorism poses to their homelands and to regional and global security. The numerous bilateral dialogues conducted over the last several months, the two leaders' discussions today [November 24, 2009], and the continuing actions that both countries will be taking as a result of these comprehensive meetings reflect the extensive and growing strategic partnership between the United States and India."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2009-11-24
Message to Congress Regarding Sudan [October 27, 2009]

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This October 27, 2009 message to Congress, President Obama states his extension of the national emergency with respect to Sudan, which was initially issued by Executive Order 13067. The message stated that the "actions and policies [of Sudan] are hostile to U.S. interests and pose a continuing unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States. Therefore, I [the U.S. President] have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency declared with respect to Sudan and maintain in force the sanctions against Sudan to respond to this threat."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2009-10-27
Statement by the Press Secretary on the President's Update of Times Square [May 2, 2010]

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In this May 2, 2010 statement, the Press Secretary states that the President was updated at 10:45 PM on the New York Police Department's work in relation to the incident in Times Square, New York.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2010-05-02
Statement by Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan on the Death of Harun Fazul [June 11, 2011]

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From the statement of Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan: "Harun Fazul's death is a another huge setback to al Qaeda and its extremist allies, and provides a measure of justice to so many who lost loved ones because of the actions of this terrorist. We commend the efforts of the Somali government forces, whose actions against Fazul struck a significant blow against those in the region seeking to carry out terrorist attacks."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2011-06-11
DOD's National Security Personnel System: Provisions of Law and Implementation Plans [Updated March 16, 2006]

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"Title XI of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2004, P.L. 108-136, includes provisions on a National Security Personnel System (NSPS) for the Department of Defense (DOD) and provisions on personnel management that are applicable government-wide. The law was enacted on November 24, 2003. This report discusses each of the provisions in Title XI of P.L. 108-136 and plans to implement the law."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Schwemle, Barbara L.

2006-03-16
Transportation Security: Actions Needed to Address Limitations in TSA's Transportation Worker Security Threat Assessments and Growing Workload, Report to Congressional Committees

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From the Highlights: "Within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) manages several credentialing programs, which include background checking (known as Security Threat Assessments) and issuing credentials to transportation workers requiring unescorted access to the nation's transportation facilities. The number of TSA programs and their potential for redundancy with state and local government programs has raised questions about these credentialing programs. In response to a mandate in the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010, GAO [Government Accountability Office] examined TSA credentialing programs to identify (1) the roles and responsibilities of federal and nonfederal government entities related to TSA's transportation worker credentialing programs and how they compare, and (2) any key challenges TSA faced in ensuring the effectiveness of its credentialing programs. GAO reviewed program documentation, such as program processes, and conducted structured interviews with selected airports, port authorities, and state agencies. GAO selected nonfederal government entities based on volume of passengers, truckers, and cargo. GAO recommends that (1) TSA and the FBI [Federal Bureau of Investigation] conduct a joint risk assessment of TSA's access to criminal history records, (2) TSA assess costs and benefits of using state-provided criminal history information, and (3) TSA develop a workforce staffing plan to address its growing Adjudication Center workload. DHS and DOJ [Department of Justice] concurred with GAO's recommendations."

United States. Government Accountability Office

2011-12-08
Security Assistance Reform: 'Section 1206' Background and Issues for Congress [January 13, 2012]

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"Section 1206 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2006, as amended and regularly extended, provides the Secretary of Defense with authority to train and equip foreign military forces for two specified purposes--counterterrorism and stability operations--and foreign maritime security forces for counterterrorism operations. The Department of Defense (DOD) values this authority as an important tool to train and equip military partners. Funds may be obligated only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State. Thus far, the Department of Defense (DOD) has used Section 1206 authority primarily to provide counterterrorism (CT) support. In FY2010 and FY2011, Section 1206 funds were also used to provide significant assistance to train and equip foreign military forces for military and stability operations in which U.S. forces participate. This authority will expire in FY2013. [...] Some Members have been concerned with several issues related to Section 1206 authority, both narrow and broad. Specific current concerns include whether Section 1206 funds are being used appropriately and effectively, and whether the authority should be expanded to provide training not only military forces but also to a wide range of foreign security forces. (Currently, Section 1206 limits security force training to maritime security forces.) An overarching issue is whether Congress should place Section 1206 train and equip (T&E) authority under the State Department with other T&E authorities. (Members have thus far refrained from codifying Section 1206 in permanent law, as requested by DOD.) Finally, some Members may wish to examine the status of Section 1206 in the context of broader security assistance reform."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Serafino, Nina M.

2012-01-13
Homeland Defense: Continued Actions Needed to Improve Management of Air Sovereignty Alert Operations, Report to Congressional Requestors

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From the Highlights: "In the 11 years since September 11, 2001, the U.S. government has put forth extensive efforts to protect the nation's aviation sector and airspace. These efforts include air sovereignty alert (ASA) operations, for which the Air Force provides personnel and fully fueled, fully armed aircraft sitting on constant alert at 18 sites across the United States. In 2009, GAO [Government Accountability Office] found shortcomings in the Department of Defense's (DOD) management of ASA operations, leading to a number of GAO recommendations. For this report, GAO examined the extent to which (1) the Air Force has implemented GAO's 2009 recommendations, (2) DOD has implemented a risk-based management approach for ASA operations, and (3) the Air Force has accurately identified expenditures for ASA operations. To do so, GAO analyzed relevant strategies, planning documents, guidance, and expenditure data; and interviewed North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), Air Force, National Guard Bureau, and other DOD officials. Congress may wish to consider requiring the Air Force to fully implement GAO's 2009 recommendations. In addition, GAO recommends that DOD improve its risk management of ASA operations and improve the Air Force's ability to accurately identify ASA expenditures. DOD fully or partially agreed with all of GAO's recommendations."

United States. Government Accountability Office

2012-01
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority: Is There a Security Gap? Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Health Care, District of Columbia, Census and the National Archives of the Committee on Oversight and Governments Reform, House of Representatives, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, First Session, June 24, 2011

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From the opening statement of Danny K. Davis: "Transit security is especially challenging due primarily to the very nature of the business. It's open, accessible to the public, with predictable routes and fixed access points; and, more importantly, it's the transportation of choice for the masses in urban and metropolitan areas. Further, transit officials cannot employ many of the strategies used in aviation. Transit does not allow the conventional security methods of X-ray machines, metal detectors, and pre-screening of passengers. I do not envy the balancing act that must take place ensuring the safety, accessibility, and convenience of the transit system, while also maintaining the attractiveness and reliability of the system. But it must be done and done well. So when people choose public transit they should receive both a high degree of safety and security, as well as convenience, all at an affordable cost. Today's hearing will look at all of these issues but none more than security. The operation of a secure transit environment that spans multiple jurisdictions geographically and that must integrate the specialties of multiple law enforcement agency depends upon interagency and jurisdictional coordination and cooperation. That can be hard to do without practice, superior communication, and rigorous oversight. I am interested today in learning from these witnesses just how they have accomplished and improved these tasks." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Trey Gowdy, Richard Sarles, Michael Taborn, Cathy Lanier, Anthony Griffin, Gerald E. Connolly, Elijah E. Cummings, and Danny K. Davis.

United States. Government Printing Office

2011
Expedited Citizenship Through Military Service: Current Law, Policy and Issues [Updated February 11, 2008]

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"Since the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom in March 2003 there has been considerable interest in legislation to expand the citizenship benefits of aliens serving in the military. The reported deaths in action of noncitizen soldiers drew attention to provisions of the immigration laws that grant posthumous citizenship to those who die as a result of active-duty service during a period of hostilities and to the advantages of further expediting naturalization for noncitizens serving in the United States military. In the wake of September 11, 2001, and the war against terrorism, President George W. Bush officially designated the period beginning on September 11, 2001, as a 'period of hostilities,' which triggered immediate naturalization eligibility for active-duty U.S. military service members. […]. Title XVII of P.L. 108-136, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 (November 24, 2003), entitled 'Naturalization and Other Immigration Benefits for Military Personnel and Families,' amended existing military naturalization statutes by reducing the period of service required for naturalization based on peacetime service from three years to one year; waiving fees for naturalization based on military service during peacetime or wartime; permitting naturalization processing overseas in U.S. embassies, consulates, and military bases; providing for priority consideration for military leave and transport to finalize naturalization; and by extending naturalization based on wartime service to members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Wasem, Ruth Ellen; Lee, Margaret Mikyung

2008-02-11
Statement by the President on H.R. 1540, December 31, 2011

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This White House press release includes President Obama's statement on H.R. 1540, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012." President Obama highlights various sections of the bill that he finds very important, along with other sections that he disagrees with.

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

Obama, Barack

2011-12-31
Section 1206 of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2006: A Fact Sheet on Department of Defense Authority to Train and Equip Foreign Military Forces [June 3, 2008]

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"Section 1206 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2006 provides the Secretary of Defense with authority to train and equip foreign military forces. Thus far, the Department of Defense (DOD) has used Section 1206 authority primarily to provide counterterrorism support. Section 1206 obligations totaled some $100 million in FY2006 and $279 million in FY2007. Obligations for FY2008 total almost $25 million as of May 20, 2008. Funds may only be obligated with the concurrence of the Secretary of State. This authority expires at the end of FY2008."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Serafino, Nina M.

2008-06-03
Cover Blown: Did TSA Tip Off Airport Screeners about Covert Testing? Full Hearing of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Tenth Congress, First Session, November 14, 2007

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From the opening statement of Bennie G. Thompson: "We are holding this hearing today, to ask TSA [Transportation Security Administration] to explain why on April 28, 2006 it used a systemwide communication system, NETHUB, to give more than 650 aviation security officials a heads-up about a possible security test. This e-mail was provided to the committee by a member of the media and verified by my staff, that email said that several airport authorities and airport police departments have recently received informal notice of security testing at airports around the Nation. [...] It is hard to overstate the importance of this type [covert] of testing. It is a critical part of a layered defense that protects our Nation's commercial aviation system. Covert testers are out there trying to expose gaps before a terrorist does, and if someone at TSA undermines this testing, they are undermining aviation security as a whole. This committee is tasked by Congress to conduct oversight of the Department of Homeland Security, its organization, and particularly transportation security programs. Today's hearing is just the first step in my committee's investigation into this issue." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Bennie G. Thompson, Peter T. King, Gus M. Bilirakis, Yvette D. Clarke, Peter A. DeFazio, Charles W. Dent, Norman D. Dicks, Bob Etheridge, Al Green, Sheila Jackson Lee, Nita M. Lowey, Daniel E. Lungren, Bill Pascrell, Jr., Ed Perlmutter, Clark Kent Erving, Edmond S. "Kip" Hawley, and Gregory Kutz.

United States. Government Printing Office

2009
DOD's National Security Personnel System: Provisions of Law and Implementation Plans [Updated February 16, 2005]

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From the Summary: "Title XI of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2004, P.L. 108-136, includes provisions on a National Security Personnel System (NSPS) for the Department of Defense (DOD) and provisions on personnel management that are applicable government-wide. The law was enacted on November 24, 2003. This report discusses each of the provisions in Title XI of P.L. 108-136 and plans to implement the law."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Schwemle, Barbara L.

2005-02-16
Security Assistance Reform: 'Section 1206' Background and Issues for Congress [February 11, 2011]

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"Section 1206 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2006, as amended and regularly extended, provides the Secretary of Defense with authority to train and equip foreign military and foreign maritime security forces for two specified purposes. The Department of Defense (DOD) values this authority as an important tool to train and equip military partners. Funds may be obligated only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State. Thus far, the Department of Defense (DOD) has used Section 1206 authority primarily to provide counterterrorism (CT) support. In FY2010, Section 1206 funds were also used to provide significant assistance to train and equip foreign military forces for military and stability operations in which U.S. forces participate. […] Some Members of Congress are concerned with several issues related to Section 1206 authority, both narrow and broad. Specific current concerns include whether Section 1206 funds are being used appropriately and effectively, and whether the authority should be expanded to provide training not only to military forces but also to a wide range of foreign security forces. (Currently, Section 1206 limits security force training to maritime security forces.) An overarching issue is whether Congress should place Section 1206 train and equip (T&E) authority under the State Department with other T&E authorities. (Members have thus far refrained from codifying Section 1206 in permanent law, as requested by DOD.) A related issue is whether Congress should grant the State Department its own security assistance contingency fund with purposes that overlap Section 1206, as provided in the House-passed FY2010-FY2011 Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410, Section 841)."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Serafino, Nina M.

2011-02-11
Defense: FY2006 Authorization and Appropriations [Updated June 17, 2005]

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From the Summary: "Congressional action on annual defense authorization and appropriations bills is now in full swing. On June 7, the House Appropriations Committee marked up its version (H.R. 2863) of the FY2006 defense appropriations bill. Floor action is expected on June 20. Earlier, on May 25, the full House passed its version of the FY2006 defense authorization (H.R. 1815), and on May 12, the Senate Armed Services Committee marked up its version of the bill (S. 1042), though floor action has not yet been scheduled. The House has also passed both the Military Quality of Life/Veterans Affairs appropriations bill (H.R. 2528) and the energy and water appropriations bill (H.R. 2419)."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Daggett, Stephen

2005-06-17
FY2008 National Defense Authorization Act: Selected Military Personnel Policy Issues [Updated December 11, 2007]

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"Military personnel issues typically generate significant interest from many Members of Congress and their staffs. Ongoing military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan in support of what the Bush Administration terms the Global War on Terror, along with the emerging operational role of the Reserve Components, have further heightened interest and support for a wide range of military personnel policies and issues. CRS selected a number of issues addressed by Congress as it considers the FY2008 National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 1585/S. 1547). In each case, a brief synopsis is provided that includes background information, a comparison of the House-passed, Senate-passed, and conference report provisions, and a brief discussion of the issue. This update reflects the actions taken on the various House and Senate provisions in H. Rept 110-477, the conference report to accompany H.R. 1585, which was filed on December 6, 2007. Where appropriate, other CRS products are identified to provide more detailed background information and analysis of the issue. For each issue, a CRS analyst is identified and contact information is provided. Note: some issues were addressed in last year's National Defense Authorization Act and discussed in CRS Report RL33571, The FY2007 National Defense Authorization Act: Selected Military Personnel Policy Issues, concerning that legislation."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Best, Richard A.; Burrelli, David F., 1958-; Henning, Charles A.

2007-12-11
FY2008 National Defense Authorization Act: Selected Military Personnel Policy Issues [Updated October 26, 2007]

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"Military personnel issues typically generate significant interest from many Members of Congress and their staffs. Ongoing military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan in support of what the Bush Administration terms the Global War on Terror, along with the emerging operational role of the Reserve Components, further heightened interest and support for a wide range of military personnel policies and issues. CRS selected a number of issues considered by Congress as it considers the FY2008 National Defense Authorization Act. In each case, a brief synopsis is provided that includes background information, a comparison of the House-passed provisions and the provisions reported by the Senate Armed Services Committee, if any, and a brief discussion of the issue. Where appropriate, other CRS products are identified to provide more detailed background information and analysis of the issue. For each issue, a CRS analyst is identified and contact information is provided. Note: some issues were addressed in last year's National Defense Authorization Act and discussed in CRS Report RL33571, The FY2007 National Defense Authorization Act: Selected Military Personnel Policy Issues, concerning that legislation. Those issues that were previously considered in CRS Report RL33571 are designated with a '*' in the relevant section titles of this report. This report focuses exclusively on the annual defense authorization process. It does not include appropriations, veterans' affairs, tax implications of policy choices or any discussion of separately introduced legislation."

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Best, Richard A.; Burrelli, David F., 1958-; Henning, Charles A.

2007-10-26
SAVER Summary: Ports at Night, Seeing with Hand-Held Intensifiers [March 2007]

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"Given the growth in demand and importance of night vision in the law enforcement community, the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SPAWARSYSCEN), Charleston assessed Image-Intensified (I2) Night Vision Devices (NVDs) with the assistance of the Texas A&M University Engineering Program Office. This assessment and validation project used the input and assistance of various emergency responders, law enforcement, and security organizations to examine hand-held products in a maritime port environment. The result of this assessment, intended for the emergency responder community, is equally applicable to other agencies and is built on extensive law enforcement experience and background on current hand-held I2 technologies, capabilities, and limitations. […] The Ports at Night, Seeing With Hand-Held Intensifiers Report presents findings from an assessment of four Gen-3 I2 hand-held intensifiers. The intensifiers were evaluated in field assessments in order to provide information to assist emergency responders interested in purchasing these devices. The overall assessment revealed the differences in hand-held intensifiers by comparing them using a set of functional and operational criteria."

United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security

2007-03
Statement on H.R. 1588: Statement by the Deputy Press Secretary [November 24, 2003]

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The White House Deputy Press Secretary released this statement on President George W. Bush signing into law H.R. 1588, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004."

United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary

2003-11-24
Ten Years After 9/11: Assessing Airport Security and Preventing a Future Terrorist Attack, Field Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, First Session, September 16, 2011

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From the opening statement of Michael T. McCaul: "The terrorists began this war by using our airports as launching pads. Over a period of 10 years, we've spent billions of dollars to mitigate such a threat. However, the 9/11 Commission's 10th anniversary report card concludes, 'We are still vulnerable to aviation security threats.' Specifically, the report states, 'We need to improve screening at airport checkpoints using biometrics and standardized identification documents to make it more difficult to circumvent security.' In addition, the attempted terrorist bombing of Northwest flight 253 on approach to Detroit on Christmas day 2009 provides a vivid reminder that commercial aviation remains an attractive terrorist target and underscores the need for effective airport security. Our major airports now have multiple layers of security screening. Today's hearing will examine two of those layers, airport perimeter security as well as new security measures being tested here at Logan International Airport. This airport has led the Nation in new techniques and innovative methods to prevent another 9/11 attack. Methods used by airports to control access vary because of differences in design and layout. But all access controls must meet minimum performance standards established by the TSA [Transportation Security Administration]. TSA requires airports to control access using methods such as pedestrian and vehicle gates, keypad access codes with personal identification numbers, magnetic stripe cards and readers, turnstiles, locks and keys, and security personnel." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Michael T. McCaul, William R. Keating, Stephen M. Lord, Chris McLaughlin, George Naccara, Edward C. Freni, and Michael P. Concannon.

United States. Government Printing Office

2012

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