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Why Being a Migrant Is Not the Biggest Barrier to Education in Europe
Migrant students tend to have lower performance and are more likely to leave school early. But factors other than migrant status, such as language barriers, can explain these differences.
Oct 31, 2016
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Checklist for a U.S.-Russia Cyberwar
The Obama administration is reportedly considering a response to Russia's alleged hack of the Democratic National Committee. But many questions must be addressed first.
Oct 31, 2016
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Easing the Pain When Critical Medications Are No Longer Covered
Allowing insurance companies to limit the drugs they cover is necessary to give them leverage that can result in lower medication costs for all patients. Still, there are ways to make the process more transparent and manageable.
Oct 28, 2016
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China's PLAAF Pilot Training Program Undergoes Major Overhaul
China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has made great strides in recent years to transform its pilot training program. PLAAF leaders understand many of the institutional and cultural weaknesses that impede effectiveness and are taking measures to address them.
Oct 27, 2016
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Reform of 'Stop and Search' Requires Effective Communication
The UK's Home Office commissioned the development of a new training package and standard of practice for the use of stop and search. As the program is rolled out nationally, officers need to receive consistent and persuasive messages about the purpose and goals of the training.
Oct 27, 2016
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Al Qaeda's Ruthless Pragmatism Makes It More Dangerous Than the Islamic State
Al Qaeda presents a graver long-term threat to the West than the Islamic State. It has proved more effective in exploiting U.S. policy in the Middle East to legitimize itself as an armed force and, increasingly, as a viable political player.
Oct 27, 2016
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Cholera in Haiti: No Surprise This Time Around
When Hurricane Matthew swept across Haiti, it left a resurgence of cholera in its wake. Tackling cholera head-on should be on the short list of health priorities for disaster relief in the island nation.
Oct 27, 2016
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The Legacy Obama Leaves His Successor in Asia
The U.S. pivot to the Indo-Pacific has improved U.S. popularity and influence, and positioned it for gains in regional economic, diplomatic, and military cooperation. The incoming administration would be wise to embrace these gains and build on them to preserve and further develop U.S. interests and influence in the region.
Oct 26, 2016
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The Made-in-America Global Security and Economic System Still Serves U.S. Interests
The next U.S. president will have many willing partners and an opportunity to expand the global system of security and economic institutions in a way that will help the United States and the world for decades.
Oct 26, 2016
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Driving to Safety: Autonomous Vehicle Questions, Answered
A recent RAND report found that test-driving autonomous vehicles is not a feasible way to determine when they will be safe enough for consumer use. This resulted in a lot of questions.
Oct 25, 2016
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What's Behind Record High School Graduation Rates? It's Complicated
Graduation rates among U.S. high schoolers have risen for the fourth straight year. Which reforms are making a difference? And who, or what, should get credit?
Oct 21, 2016
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The Future of Hypersonic Weapons
Russia and China appear to be developing hypersonic weapons. But the United States should make decisions about whether to develop its own hypersonic weapons in a vacuum.
Oct 20, 2016
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Giving Intelligence Analysts Their Voices Back: The Case for Analyst Perspectives
The intelligence community should give analysts a channel to convey their individual insights. This would give policymakers well-reasoned alternative views.
Oct 20, 2016
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Thinking Outside the Box to Find Solutions to Mental Health Problems
Many innovative ways to deliver mental health services in the UK aim to benefit individuals, industry, government, and the economy.
Oct 19, 2016
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After the Battle for Mosul, Get Ready for the Islamic State to Go Underground
Only once ISIS's underground network is defeated will there be a real chance for enduring security and stability in Mosul.
Oct 18, 2016

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Mandatory evacuation orders are issued when disasters have potentially life-threatening impacts. Disaster after disaster, orders resulted in evacuations that have saved untold lives. Milton is rapidly intensifying and expected to be one of the largest hurricanes on record when it hits the United States. Staying in place could have severe, life-threatening consequences.

Aaron Clark-Ginsberg

Behavioral/Social Scientist

Source: rand.org

The mechanisms behind the apparent adverse effects of climate change on human health are not entirely understood. However, the need for pre-planning for these events to prevent poor health outcomes is clear. Especially among the most vulnerable populations, it is critical to develop and implement mitigating strategies.

Mahshid Abir

Senior Physician Policy Researcher, Professor of Policy Analysis, Pardee RAND Graduate School

Source: rand.org

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Commentary and Articles

Why Being a Migrant Is Not the Biggest Barrier to Education in Europe

Checklist for a U.S.-Russia Cyberwar

Easing the Pain When Critical Medications Are No Longer Covered

China's PLAAF Pilot Training Program Undergoes Major Overhaul

Reform of 'Stop and Search' Requires Effective Communication

Al Qaeda's Ruthless Pragmatism Makes It More Dangerous Than the Islamic State

Cholera in Haiti: No Surprise This Time Around

The Legacy Obama Leaves His Successor in Asia

The Made-in-America Global Security and Economic System Still Serves U.S. Interests

Driving to Safety: Autonomous Vehicle Questions, Answered

What's Behind Record High School Graduation Rates? It's Complicated

The Future of Hypersonic Weapons

Giving Intelligence Analysts Their Voices Back: The Case for Analyst Perspectives

Thinking Outside the Box to Find Solutions to Mental Health Problems

After the Battle for Mosul, Get Ready for the Islamic State to Go Underground

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