Daniel Donovan: “The FEMA of 2005 is not the FEMA of 2017, and that is a very good thing.”

This attempted terrorist attack is a stark reminder of how vulnerable our surface transportation systems are to terrorist attacks.

I am troubled that Science and Technology has repeatedly changed its focus, both on whether to focus on short-term technology or long-term research on larger unknown threats.

We have made great progress in hardening our defenses against terrorists who wish to do us harm.

It is because of them and the dedicated and tireless professionals of NYC Emergency Management that New York City has become a stronger, more resilient, and secure place.