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Bell Ringer: What are Security Clearances and How do They Work?

What are Security Clearances and How do They Work

Attorney Mark Zaid discussed the purpose of security clearances and the process in which people get these clearances. He also talked about the requirements that individuals need in order to acquire one.

Description

National security attorney Mark Zaid discussed the purpose of security clearances and the process in which people get these clearances. He talked about the requirements that individuals need to acquire one. He also spoke about the reasons for the government to revoke security clearances

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • What is the purpose of security clearances?
  • Explain the process for obtaining a security clearance.
  • What factors can disqualify individuals from keeping their security clearances?
  • According to Mr. Zaid, why should security clearances not be revoked for political reasons?

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Civil Servants
    • Classified
    • Contractor
    • Disqualifying Factors
    • Need To Know
    • Security Clearance
    • Top Secret

    Topics

    Bureaucracy & Regulation

    Grades

    High SchoolUniversity