My name is Emily Flechas and I am working towards a Political Science degree with a minor in Leadership. I am currently a Junior but have a couple of years ahead of me still because I have a very demanding job and had to back down on the number of classes I am taking each semester. I am a Transportation Security Inspector (TSI) specializing in aviation and I do inspections and investigations for DHS/TSA. I ensure the airports/aircraft operators and carriers/flights schools/etc. are following the security standards outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations. I also conduct the investigation if someone tries to disrupt or circumnavigate airport security; attempts to bring an IED or other weapon into an airport or airplane or acts out on an aircraft in flight.

I have always been interested in politics and honestly became I bit of a political junkie during the last administration. What I hope to gain from this class is a better understanding of what the powers and limitations of the President are and we can do to make sure the role cannot be abused.