Frank Gaffney

American journalist and radio host

Frank Gaffney - American journalist and radio host
Born

April 5th, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Born in 1953, this individual served as an influential journalist and radio host, contributing to discussions on national security and foreign policy. He founded the Center for Security Policy in 1988, focusing on defense and security issues. The individual hosted a radio program that became known for its commentary on various geopolitical topics. The work emphasized issues related to terrorism and U.S. military strategy, offering insights and analysis that resonated within the security community.

Founded the Center for Security Policy

Hosted a nationally syndicated radio program

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