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December 2003

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Fight Terrorism With Intelligence, Not Might
Fight terrorism with intelligence, not might.
Dec 26, 2003
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From 'White' Christmas to 'Orange' Christmas
From 'white' Christmas to 'orange' Christmas
Dec 25, 2003
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Why U.S. History Holds a Lesson for Europe
Published commentary by RAND staff.
Dec 19, 2003
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Saddam Is Ours. Does Al Qaeda Care?
Is Iraq really the central battleground in the terrorism struggle, or is it diverting our attention while Al Qaeda and its confederates plan for new strikes elsewhere?
Dec 17, 2003
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My Dog Ate My Argument
Today's emblem of terror is Osama bin Laden. If bin Laden were a fictional villain created by Hollywood, his death or capture would end the reign of terror he has visited upon the world. Al-Qaida would fold its tent. The violent jihad that bin Laden has endeavored to inspire and direct would fade away. And, as a result, the world would return to quieter and less threatening times.
Dec 11, 2003
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Leaving Iraq Too Soon Leads to Failure
If the United States wants to succeed in rebuilding Iraq, history shows it will need to keep forces stationed there for at least five to seven years - maybe longer.
Dec 10, 2003
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Democracy is Best Weapon Against Terrorists in Pakistan
The increasingly unstable situation in Pakistan demonstrates that terrorism will continue to flourish until serious democratic reforms are undertaken there.
Dec 6, 2003
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Killing bin Laden, et al, Is No Help
Today's emblem of terror is Osama bin Laden. If bin Laden were a fictional villain created by Hollywood, his death or capture would end the reign of terror he has visited upon the world. Al-Qaida would fold its tent. The violent jihad that bin Laden has endeavored to inspire and direct would fade away. And, as a result, the world would return to quieter and less threatening times.
Dec 3, 2003