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The Islamic State (Terrorist Organization)
commentary
Where Do ISIS Fighters Go When the Caliphate Falls?
Colin P. Clarke, Amarnath Amarasingam
Mar 6, 2017
The Atlantic
When a conflict ends, transnational terrorists are likely to disperse in many directions and switch their allegiances among terrorist groups. For the West, countering these different groups will require a range of strategies.
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Police-Community Relations
commentary
Body Cameras: Can Police Have Too Much Discretion?
Alex Sutherland
Mar 6, 2017
Policing Insight
Research on body cameras has shown mixed results. Complaints against police officers dropped when cameras were used, but rates of assault against them during arrests were higher. How much discretion the officers used in turning cameras on and off was also a factor.
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Peacekeeping and Stability Operations
commentary
For U.S., Many Options but No Clear Path in Middle East
Brian Michael Jenkins @BrianMJenkins
Mar 6, 2017
The Hill
The struggle against jihadist terrorism has a long way to go. All courses of action come with risks, but are not mutually exclusive. The U.S. could escalate the fight, work with state partners in the Middle East, or withdraw from the region.
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International Diplomacy
commentary
How to Partner with Putin
William Courtney @courtneywmh
Mar 4, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Improving relations with Russia is a worthy goal. President Donald Trump could seek to partner with Moscow on some issues, like North Korea, while keeping up heat on others, such as aggression in Ukraine.
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Japan
commentary
U.S.-Japan Defense Relations Under Trump
Scott W. Harold
Mar 3, 2017
The Cipher Brief
U.S.–Japan relations appear to be stabilizing after a successful visit by Defense Secretary James Mattis to Tokyo that reaffirmed the alliance, followed by an equally successful visit by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to the U.S. Next, will the Trump administration articulate goals for the region?
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International Diplomacy
commentary
China Tolerating Vietnam's South China Sea Activities, for Now
Derek Grossman @DerekJGrossman
Mar 3, 2017
Jamestown Foundation's China Brief
China has probably tolerated Vietnam's South China Sea construction activities because it feels confident in its military position in the region. Chinese leaders might change their stance if they believe Vietnam is trying to enlist the support of the U.S. or other partners to settle bilateral disputes.
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International Diplomacy
commentary
Sticking with the Complicated U.S.-Iran Relationship
Alireza Nader
Mar 2, 2017
The Cipher Brief
The United States and Iran differ on many issues, but they signed what has so far been a successful nuclear agreement and both seek to defeat the Islamic State. The U.S. would have more to gain by sticking with the relationship than by pursuing a policy of “regime change.”
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Military Strategy
commentary
Five Simple Strategy Lessons for a New Secretary of Defense
Raphael S. Cohen
Mar 2, 2017
RealClearDefense
Secretary of Defense James Mattis will need to lay the intellectual groundwork to fulfill President Trump's promise of “a great rebuilding” of the United States military. History suggests that how the strategies are developed may be as important to their success as what they say.
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Criminal Justice
commentary
What Data Is the Government Keeping About You?
Dulani Woods, Brian A. Jackson
Mar 1, 2017
Inside Sources
Governments are amassing a wealth of data on citizens, a trend that will continue as technology advances. But with no reliable way to ensure that the data is accurate, risks abound. In the criminal justice system, for example, poor quality data could affect individual freedoms and employability.
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Sleep
essay
The Costs of Poor Sleep Are Staggering
Mar 1, 2017
Research shows that a little more sleep could help America's families, military, and economy.
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Security Cooperation
commentary
U.S. Should Test Russia on Islamic State
Andrew Parasiliti
Feb 28, 2017
Al-Monitor
The United States should consider accepting Russia's offer to help on ISIS, especially if the Trump administration is considering sending more troops or establishing safe zones in Syria.
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Law of the Sea
commentary
The New 'Normal' in the East China Sea
Lyle J. Morris @LyleJMorris
Feb 27, 2017
The Diplomat
China and Japan are engaged in a long-term test of wills over disputed waters and territory in the East China Sea. The Japanese government has acknowledged the challenge it faces and has begun to invest in infrastructure and personnel projects to address it.
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization
commentary
Our NATO Partners Should Engage Trump in Brussels
Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, Hans Binnendijk
Feb 27, 2017
Newsweek
At May's NATO summit in Brussels, President Trump will be looking for a symbolic victory rather than a confrontation with 27 other national leaders. Therefore, Europe needs to create a positive outcome for him in advance.
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Public Health
essay
What Are the Social Determinants of Health?
Feb 24, 2017
Health care alone can only go so far to promote health. Evidence suggests that where and how people live plays at least as big a role in how well and how long they live.
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Alternative and Renewable Energy
commentary
Uncertainty and Complexity: Biomass Can Help on the Path to Deep Decarbonization
Aimee E. Curtright @ACurtright, Sara Turner
Feb 24, 2017
Pennsylvania Environmental Council
While biomass will almost certainly never become the dominant fuel for the electricity sector in the United States, it is still worth including as part of a menu of greenhouse gas mitigation strategies.
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The strength of NATO is that it is at its essence an ongoing consultation based on trust, and where needed a central meeting point for smaller groups of allies to collaborate on an issue-by-issue basis. Finland and Sweden could benefit by working from the outset to advance the dialogue, express their interests, and help to shape what can be a stronger, smarter NATO.

Gene Germanovich

International Defense Researcher

Source: United Press International

The world is two-and-a-half years into COVID-19, facing another international and national emerging infectious disease outbreak with monkey pox, and experts have warned that such diseases are only becoming more likely. A serious reckoning beginning with a 9/11-like commission for COVID-19 could be undertaken to develop a system for preparing for and responding to emerging infectious diseases. Relying on “ad hoc-ery” may not be the best option.

Daniel M. Gerstein

Senior Policy Researcher

Source: The Hill

North Korean Sanctions Evasion

Hypothetical Scenarios of U.S.-China Conflict

Learning, Relearning, and Not Learning the Lessons of COVID-19

Finnish and Swedish NATO Membership: Toward a Larger, Stronger, Smarter Alliance

Three Steps to Protect Communities from Climate Change

The Policy Currents Podcast

Improving Psychological Wellbeing and Work Outcomes in the UK

Managing Escalation in Crisis and War

Getting to Know Military Caregivers and Their Needs

Planning for the Rising Costs of Dementia

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Where Do ISIS Fighters Go When the Caliphate Falls?

Body Cameras: Can Police Have Too Much Discretion?

For U.S., Many Options but No Clear Path in Middle East

How to Partner with Putin

U.S.-Japan Defense Relations Under Trump

China Tolerating Vietnam's South China Sea Activities, for Now

Sticking with the Complicated U.S.-Iran Relationship

Five Simple Strategy Lessons for a New Secretary of Defense

What Data Is the Government Keeping About You?

The Costs of Poor Sleep Are Staggering

U.S. Should Test Russia on Islamic State

The New 'Normal' in the East China Sea

Our NATO Partners Should Engage Trump in Brussels

What Are the Social Determinants of Health?

Uncertainty and Complexity: Biomass Can Help on the Path to Deep Decarbonization

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