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When Justice Becomes a Weapon: Lessons from Afghanistan and Milwaukee
"From Afghan Villages to American Courtrooms, False Accusations Threaten Justice" When I served as an infantry officer in Afghanistan, I...
Security and Democracy Forum
Sep 22, 20254 min read
When Background Checks Miss the Foreground: Social Media and Security Clearances
Social media platforms have become the new commons, where ideologies, allegiances, and red flags often appear long before they're evident in real life. When background investigators are blind to these spaces, they’re effectively reviewing candidates through a keyhole, missing the wider picture of who is being entrusted with national secrets.
Security and Democracy Forum
Aug 18, 20254 min read
The Unwitting Mule: What Operation Spider Web Reveals About the New Age of Illicit Trade
When Ukraine launched Operation Spider Web, it was more than just a bold intelligence maneuver. It was a blueprint for a new kind of...
Security and Democracy Forum
Jun 27, 20252 min read
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