Al McMichael (USMC-ret.), of Pinnacle Five with Gael Sylvia

PINNACLE FIVE JOINS SENIOR ADVISORY BOARD OF THE AMERICAN SECURITY COUNCIL FOUNDATION TO LEAD A PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN THAT PROMOTES NATIONAL AND HOMELAND SECURITY. Former highest ranking non-commissioned officers advising the Joint Chiefs of Staff Through 9/11 will advocate for public support to protect American freedom and way of life. Key Issues—The Four Pillars of Good Citizenship: National and Homeland Security Threats of homegrown terrorists, bombings, chemical or biological attacks on our homeland. Cyber Security The impact of cyber attacks on our infrastructure (power, transportation, aviation, telecommunications and financial industries). American Values The role of citizen leaders working in partnership with those on the front lines safeguarding our security while preserv- ing our patriotism and American pride. Space-based Technology The importance of investments in space exploration and technology for national security and its impact on innovation and education. The American Security Council Foundation (ASCF) was host to a special gathering honoring Pinnacle Five as they help launch a new undertaking to safeguard the security and prosperity of the United States of America called Step Up America: The Call to Good Citizenship. In the wake of the attack at the Boston Marathon, the ASCF and Pinnacle Five plan to provide students, families and communities with the knowledge and tools they need to guard against national, homeland and cyber security threats while valuing and respecting the role of the military, law enforcement and first responders who are on the front lines protecting the nation.