Hal Bidlack

Who is Hal Bidlack?

Hal Bidlack is a retired United States Air Force officer and national security aide. He ran unsuccessfully for the United States House of Representatives in Colorado's 5th congressional district as the Democratic nominee in the 2008 election. He currently works as a staffer for US Senator Michael Bennet, focusing primarily on veteran and military issues and casework, and oversees Bennet's military academy nominations.

Bidlack served over 25 years in the Air Force, including 15 years at the United States Air Force Academy. He retired in 2006 with the rank of lieutenant colonel. During his service in the military Bidlack served in the Clinton administration as Director of Global Environmental Affairs for the National Security Council. He is also noted for his educational presentations in-character as Alexander Hamilton and advocacy of rational skepticism.