More on the possible Nuking of Portland
If you have not heard there is a growing concern the fascist elements within the US corporate and government structures may use a mock scenario to actually nuke Portland Oregon and then use Presidential Directive 51 to declare Bush dictator and to declare war on Iran.
Some articles giving background:
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...4.shtml
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...4.shtml
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...8.shtml
Updated articles:
Swan Island Networks role in Portland drills
author: Mr_DNA
press release is from 1 year ago, but seems to shed some light on their role in the upcoming operations.
www.rainsnet.org/press/pr/...066778.asp
Portland Seeks Designation as First 'Synthetic City'
Technology in the war on terror now key to homeland security
Portland, OR - August 18, 2006 -
On Friday, August 18, a group of federal, state and local officials, academics, and private sector leaders will convene on the campus of Portland State University to talk about a potential transfer of power. Under discussion is the notion that technology used to fight the war on terror abroad could soon be applied to homeland security needs... and that Portland, Oregon could be an early test-bed for such transfers.
According to the Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security (RAINS), a central player in the development of homeland defense technology solutions, the primary military technology under consideration for transfer is "synthetic city" software—a digital information platform that fuses data from a variety of real-world sources, such as 9-1-1 centers, atmospheric sensors, smart buildings, health networks, and intelligent transportation systems—then organizes and displays it all in a 3-D geographical modeling and simulation environment.
"Our military friends are going to be demonstrating some very cutting edge technology—sort of the ultimate Sim City," explained RAINS' chairman Charles Jennings, "They'll be displaying virtual version of the real Portland, with real-time data inside." Jennings is the CEO of Portland-based Swan Island Networks.
The "Synthetic Portland" conference brings together participants from around the country, representing all levels of government, large federal contractors and system integrators; information technology vendor companies; universities; hospitals; and various types of non-governmental service organizations.
Also participating will be representatives from the Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Security Administration; United States Joint Forces Command (JFCOM); the Information Assurance Directorate of the National Security Agency; and the U.S. Department of Transportation.
"We are excited to have such an innovative technology conference in Portland—especially since its ultimate purpose is to increase public safety," said Matt Lampe, the City of Portland's Chief Technology Officer. This new technology, like the Internet, was developed by the military and now, the military is actively exploring its use and potential in civil environments to improve emergency response, transportation systems and sustainability practices.
The central purpose of new synthetic city technology is to generate predictive models that can be used by the real city to prepare for and manage emergencies, increase public safety, and generally improve urban quality of life.
According to Jennings, "Although it could have been held anywhere, having this conference in Portland makes perfect sense. To connect previously stove-piped information systems in new ways, you need a city with a culture of both innovation and collaboration—two of Portland's best qualities."
"This is a unique opportunity to look at new, advanced technology and how that technology could help in the event of disasters or security problems. Portland State University does leading edge research in computer security, and we're interested in how that research can be used for application in areas that will be discussed at this symposium. That makes our campus the perfect venue for this event," said Mike Burton, Vice Provost of Portland State University and RAINS board member.
Sponsors of the event, in addition to RAINS and PSU, include Oregon Economic & Community Development Department; Portland Development Commission; Siemens; Online Business Systems; the Zeno Group; and Swan Island Networks.
About RAINS
RAINS (Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security) is a public/private partnership formed in 2001. RAINS has forged alliances with technology companies, multiple research universities, critical infrastructure providers, local, state and federal agencies, and first responders. Its Connect & Protect information sharing service was launched in 2003, and has successfully delivered hundreds of thousands of alerts. Connect & Protect was described as a "radical breakthrough" by WIRED Magazine (December 2005). Connect & Protect was also a finalist for the inaugural Mitretek Innovations Award in Homeland Security, a partnership of Mitretek Systems and the Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government.
For RAINS information:
Tel: 503-796-5804
info@rainsnet.org
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update 16.Aug.2007 15:07
Mr_DNA link
According to Sherry Lamoreaux, Marketing Communications Manager of Swan Island Networks:
1. Swan Island wanted to be a part of the Noble Resolve exercise but is not now participating and has no information regarding it.
2. RAINS is no longer an active organization. In her words, it has been "dormant" since around June of this year.
3. Swan Island Networks CEO and RAINS founder, Charles Jennings, will be on vacation beginning at the end of this week or next week.
found at portland.indymedia.org/en/200...7.shtml
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Regarding Noble Resolve
author: fellow worker
8/10/07 naval vessel spotted at Port of Portland docks-maybe part of Noble Resolve nuke exercise?
While I was at lunch break on 8/10, I was sitting outside the Gunderson lunch room on the south bank of the Willamette, across from a Port of Portland facility. I saw an unidentifiable navel vessel, smallish, uniform battleship grey, apart from the blue and yellow bands encircling the stack. I was only able to make out numbers on the bow, either 23 or 28. No other markings, flags or symbols were visible, and I only wish I had my binoculars with me. Based on the projected blast pattern from "The Day After" Report as seen on www.lonestaricon.com, I am thinking this may be part of the exercise to come.
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specifics 16.Aug.2007 10:32
Mr_DNA link
Do you know which Terminal this is docked in or closest to?
unusual license plate 16.Aug.2007 11:17
hum link
seen this plate this morning heading into downtown
probably not "Noble related" but it caught my eye
it was hard to read all the print on the plate
picture at media.portland.indymedia.org/ima....jpg
posted at portland.indymedia.org/en/200...8.shtml
If you have not heard there is a growing concern the fascist elements within the US corporate and government structures may use a mock scenario to actually nuke Portland Oregon and then use Presidential Directive 51 to declare Bush dictator and to declare war on Iran.
Some articles giving background:
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...4.shtml
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...4.shtml
portland.indymedia.org/en/200...8.shtml
Updated articles:
Swan Island Networks role in Portland drills
author: Mr_DNA
press release is from 1 year ago, but seems to shed some light on their role in the upcoming operations.
www.rainsnet.org/press/pr/...066778.asp
Portland Seeks Designation as First 'Synthetic City'
Technology in the war on terror now key to homeland security
Portland, OR - August 18, 2006 -
On Friday, August 18, a group of federal, state and local officials, academics, and private sector leaders will convene on the campus of Portland State University to talk about a potential transfer of power. Under discussion is the notion that technology used to fight the war on terror abroad could soon be applied to homeland security needs... and that Portland, Oregon could be an early test-bed for such transfers.
According to the Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security (RAINS), a central player in the development of homeland defense technology solutions, the primary military technology under consideration for transfer is "synthetic city" software—a digital information platform that fuses data from a variety of real-world sources, such as 9-1-1 centers, atmospheric sensors, smart buildings, health networks, and intelligent transportation systems—then organizes and displays it all in a 3-D geographical modeling and simulation environment.
"Our military friends are going to be demonstrating some very cutting edge technology—sort of the ultimate Sim City," explained RAINS' chairman Charles Jennings, "They'll be displaying virtual version of the real Portland, with real-time data inside." Jennings is the CEO of Portland-based Swan Island Networks.
The "Synthetic Portland" conference brings together participants from around the country, representing all levels of government, large federal contractors and system integrators; information technology vendor companies; universities; hospitals; and various types of non-governmental service organizations.
Also participating will be representatives from the Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Security Administration; United States Joint Forces Command (JFCOM); the Information Assurance Directorate of the National Security Agency; and the U.S. Department of Transportation.
"We are excited to have such an innovative technology conference in Portland—especially since its ultimate purpose is to increase public safety," said Matt Lampe, the City of Portland's Chief Technology Officer. This new technology, like the Internet, was developed by the military and now, the military is actively exploring its use and potential in civil environments to improve emergency response, transportation systems and sustainability practices.
The central purpose of new synthetic city technology is to generate predictive models that can be used by the real city to prepare for and manage emergencies, increase public safety, and generally improve urban quality of life.
According to Jennings, "Although it could have been held anywhere, having this conference in Portland makes perfect sense. To connect previously stove-piped information systems in new ways, you need a city with a culture of both innovation and collaboration—two of Portland's best qualities."
"This is a unique opportunity to look at new, advanced technology and how that technology could help in the event of disasters or security problems. Portland State University does leading edge research in computer security, and we're interested in how that research can be used for application in areas that will be discussed at this symposium. That makes our campus the perfect venue for this event," said Mike Burton, Vice Provost of Portland State University and RAINS board member.
Sponsors of the event, in addition to RAINS and PSU, include Oregon Economic & Community Development Department; Portland Development Commission; Siemens; Online Business Systems; the Zeno Group; and Swan Island Networks.
About RAINS
RAINS (Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security) is a public/private partnership formed in 2001. RAINS has forged alliances with technology companies, multiple research universities, critical infrastructure providers, local, state and federal agencies, and first responders. Its Connect & Protect information sharing service was launched in 2003, and has successfully delivered hundreds of thousands of alerts. Connect & Protect was described as a "radical breakthrough" by WIRED Magazine (December 2005). Connect & Protect was also a finalist for the inaugural Mitretek Innovations Award in Homeland Security, a partnership of Mitretek Systems and the Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government.
For RAINS information:
Tel: 503-796-5804
info@rainsnet.org
contribute to this article
update 16.Aug.2007 15:07
Mr_DNA link
According to Sherry Lamoreaux, Marketing Communications Manager of Swan Island Networks:
1. Swan Island wanted to be a part of the Noble Resolve exercise but is not now participating and has no information regarding it.
2. RAINS is no longer an active organization. In her words, it has been "dormant" since around June of this year.
3. Swan Island Networks CEO and RAINS founder, Charles Jennings, will be on vacation beginning at the end of this week or next week.
found at portland.indymedia.org/en/200...7.shtml
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Regarding Noble Resolve
author: fellow worker
8/10/07 naval vessel spotted at Port of Portland docks-maybe part of Noble Resolve nuke exercise?
While I was at lunch break on 8/10, I was sitting outside the Gunderson lunch room on the south bank of the Willamette, across from a Port of Portland facility. I saw an unidentifiable navel vessel, smallish, uniform battleship grey, apart from the blue and yellow bands encircling the stack. I was only able to make out numbers on the bow, either 23 or 28. No other markings, flags or symbols were visible, and I only wish I had my binoculars with me. Based on the projected blast pattern from "The Day After" Report as seen on www.lonestaricon.com, I am thinking this may be part of the exercise to come.
contribute to this article
specifics 16.Aug.2007 10:32
Mr_DNA link
Do you know which Terminal this is docked in or closest to?
unusual license plate 16.Aug.2007 11:17
hum link
seen this plate this morning heading into downtown
probably not "Noble related" but it caught my eye
it was hard to read all the print on the plate
picture at media.portland.indymedia.org/ima....jpg
posted at portland.indymedia.org/en/200...8.shtml
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Re: More on the possible Nuking of Portland
Fri, August 17, 2007 - 7:42 AMThis is the third time I have heard about this in two days. Is this allegedly an "exercise" or are they really going to destroy the city?
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Re: More on the possible Nuking of Portland
Fri, August 17, 2007 - 2:03 PMIs there any information on this from a source other than indymedia?
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