"Fusion centers," by and large, are staffed with personnel working in "counter terrorism"/ "homeland security" units of municipal, county, state, tribal and federal law enforcement/"public safety"/"counter terrorism" agencies.
DHS), the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), ODNI's "National Counterterrorism Center" (NCTC), and state/regional "fusion centers." Components of this apparatus include the U.S.
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Downtown is the place to be at.The following is the first in a series of articles extracted from a new report by CMD and DBA Press entitled "Dissent or Terror: How the Nation's Counter Terrorism Apparatus, In Partnership With Corporate America, Turned on Occupy Wall Street."įollowing the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, a nationwide "counter terrorism" apparatus emerged. Simone said “we looked around and said where is it all happening? Where is my demographic? Downtown. Simone said the unique thing about having this boutique in Phoenix is that it is not a “dime a dozen.” The apparel that Phoenicia showcases is not found in strip malls or big capital companies or commercialized shops. It just happened that it was also the namesake of the city it was created in.
Phoenicia Association got its name from the Phoenician Empire that was known for its cultivation of the arts. I choose brands to carry that I myself would want to rock,” said Simone. “Everything in here is something I would wear every single day. Many of the brands seen in Phoenicia Association are unique to the boutique and were acquired through personal connections of Simone and Mann. I myself have spent a lot of time around the world and this is a major factor in why we decide to carry certain brands.” A lot of the garments we carry here are because of our travels. We also bring in artists from around the country, and world, to show what inspires fellow like-minded individuals around the globe” said Simone.īecause of its aesthetic, “Phoenicia is as adaptable as Phoenix itself,” Said Simone “it is a lifestyle. Phoenicia Association adds to the downtown community by providing a gallery to showcase work and “connecting deeply with various mediums of art and provide a space for artists to flourish and gain exposure. Simone said “we built a very minimal design aesthetic and allowed it to be amorphous meaning we can change whatever and adapt to the artists featured and the change of season with garments.” The Southern part of the store is left empty for artists to rent the space. The jeans here are not only going to look good on you but are manufactured well and will wear well and last.”Īside from offering brands like April77 Records and Hixsept from France and Dearly Departed from Phoenix, Phoenicia showcases local artists as well. Simone said, “what draws customers in is the quality and exclusivity, we offer products that are very unique and also have high functionality. Its not the aesthetic that is focused upon, but high fashion, high quality of the brands that Mann and Simone choose. The design of the store showcases the clothes as art. Walking into the boutique, the first thing one notices is that it is minimalistic.
We associate with the community and everyone involved in the process” said Simone. Simone said “the basic idea behind Phoenicia Association was to bring fashion forward brands from around the world to the valley.” Phoenicia Association was created about two years ago, and officially opened its doors August 7th 2009. Associate.Ī new central Phoenix menswear boutique, Phoenicia Association, operates by this motto.
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