Civics 101

Episode 6: The National Security Council

<p>What's the purpose of the National Security Council? When was it created? Who serves on it? And why is Steve Bannon's appointment to its principals committee such a big deal? Former NSC member Stephen Sestanovich helps answer those questions. Submit your questions: <a href="mailto:civics101@nhpr.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">civics101@nhpr.org</a> <a href="http://www.civics101podcast.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.civics101podcast.org</a> or call the Civics 101 hotline 202-798-6865</p>

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