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The Islamic State (Terrorist Organization)
commentary
Why a Dying Islamic State Could Be an Even Bigger Threat to America
Seth G. Jones, James Dobbins @Jim_Dobbins
Mar 13, 2017
Fortune
The collapse of the so-called caliphate won't eliminate ISIS or similar groups. In the short term, the threat of ISIS-related attacks on the West may even grow.
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Obesity
commentary
Five Myths About American Obesity
Ruopeng An, Roland Sturm
Mar 13, 2017
Politico
Two in three Americans are overweight or obese. There are many popular theories about what's causing the obesity epidemic, but many are not supported by data. What's clear is that most U.S. adults eat too many calories.
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Syria
commentary
To Take Raqqa, the U.S. Must Work with Its Partner in the Fight Against the Islamic State Group
Linda Robinson @RobinsonL100
Mar 13, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Turkey strongly opposes the U.S. bid to arm the Syrian Kurds. Rushing into Raqqa without reaching agreement with Turkey would jeopardize larger U.S. regional and even global geopolitical objectives.
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Gender Equity in the Workplace
commentary
On 'Hidden Figures' and Being the Only Woman in the Room
Susan L. Marquis @susanlmarquis
Mar 12, 2017
Scientific American
RAND's Susan Marquis discusses the three brilliant African-American women depicted in the film Hidden Figures, the critical role of women in RAND's history, and more.
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Law of the Sea
commentary
The Era of Coast Guards in the Asia-Pacific Is Upon Us
Lyle J. Morris @LyleJMorris
Mar 8, 2017
Asia Maritme Transparency Initiative
Coast guards, not navies, are the new asset of choice in East and Southeast Asia to assert sovereignty over disputed waters. China has been expanding its coast guard fleet and many states, like Vietnam and the Philippines, lack the funds to match it.
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Chemical Terrorism
commentary
Death by Nerve Gas: Two Arrests, Many Questions in Attack in Malaysia
Bruce W. Bennett @bwbennett
Mar 7, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Details about the murder of Kim Jong Un's half-brother are still being uncovered. If a firm connection to North Korea can be made, others in the region should react strongly. Otherwise, Kim may conclude that further provocations are worth it.
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Military Strategy
commentary
A More Public National Security Strategy Discussion
Daniel M. Gerstein @Daniel_Gerstein
Mar 7, 2017
RealClearDefense
President Trump has proposed an increase of $54 billion in defense spending, about 10 percent more than the current budget. But what is the national security strategy that supports this reallocation of resources? A comprehensive discussion of threats to U.S. interests and strategies to address them is in order.
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San Francisco
q&a
Innovation in the Bay Area: Q&A with Nidhi Kalra
Mar 7, 2017
Nidhi Kalra discusses what Silicon Valley startups and policy researchers have in common, whether test-driving autonomous vehicles could really prove their safety, and more.
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The Islamic State (Terrorist Organization)
commentary
Where Do ISIS Fighters Go When the Caliphate Falls?
Colin P. Clarke @ColinPClarke, 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 @ScottWHarold
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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The RAND Blog

Why a Dying Islamic State Could Be an Even Bigger Threat to America

Five Myths About American Obesity

To Take Raqqa, the U.S. Must Work with Its Partner in the Fight Against the Islamic State Group

On 'Hidden Figures' and Being the Only Woman in the Room

The Era of Coast Guards in the Asia-Pacific Is Upon Us

Death by Nerve Gas: Two Arrests, Many Questions in Attack in Malaysia

A More Public National Security Strategy Discussion

Innovation in the Bay Area: Q&A with Nidhi Kalra

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

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