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Tom Ridge

Tom Ridge

United States United StatespoliticianMaleb. 19456.9Global Dominance: 0.03%

Tom Ridge was the first Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and played a crucial role in shaping national security policy after the September 11 attacks, highlighting the need for vigilance against terrorism.

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Ridge was raised in Erie, Pa., not far from the Canadian border, and told Manley about spending time in Toronto.

How 9/11 changed Canada’s approach to national security
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-09-11
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Former Governor Tom Ridge, then serving as President George W. Bush’s homeland security adviser.

MIKE PENCE: We must honor the Americans who fought back after September 11
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-11
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