
Sylvia L.
- Joined December 2016
I am a subject matter expert on the drug war and border security. I am also a disabled solo world traveler and disability rights advocate.
- Sanford, FL, United States
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I am a medically retired Air Force officer and Special Agent, and a former senior intelligence analyst. Currently, I am a consultant, expert, and writer on Mexico's drug war. I am also the President of The PreJax Foundation and Ms. Wheelchair USA 2016.
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Border Insecurity: Why Big Money, Fences, and Drones Aren't Making Us Safer
Border Insecurity examines all the aspects of the challenge—and thriving industry—of trying to keep terrorists, drug smugglers, and illegal immigrants from entering the United States across our land borders.
Cartel: The Coming Invasion of Mexico's Drug Wars
Channeling her long experience working on border issues, Longmire brings to life the very real threat of Mexican cartels operating not just along the southwest border, but deep inside every corner of the United States.
The Nature and Impact of Illegal Immigration on Security in Texas
This analysis of the current security situation in the state of Texas in relation to illegal immigration and drug trafficking trends uses statistics, combined with anecdotal evidence and context, to get a general sense of border security trends in Texas.
American Military University's InHomeland Security Blog
Several articles contributed monthly related to Mexico's drug war, border security, and homeland security policy.
Homeland Security Today Magazine
A column submitted monthly, with occasional feature articles, related to Mexico's drug war, border security, border technology, and homeland security policy
Small Wars Journal
In-depth academic journal articles related to Mexico's drug war, border security, and homeland security policy.
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Not seeking workAvailable
- Available during business hours, evenings, and weekends
Commitment
- Can work 20hrs per week
- Can commit to 1+ years
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What I read
Disabled travel blogs, science fiction, non-fiction books about Mexico's drug war, travel diaries, world history, memoirs
Side projects
I own AZ Copper Creations, where I create mostly custom copper and stainless steel jewelry. I am also a nationally competitive slam poet.
Ideal team
I prefer small teams whose members have different skills. I like a mostly hands-off management style that provides clear guidance, but then trusts the experts to do their jobs. I'm happy with clients who know what they want, but are open to suggestions.