Monthly Archives: April 2012

Consensus on Afghanistan: Transitioning to the Afghan Public Protection Force Will Cost More

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A new way forward | re-thinking us stratergy in afghanistan read the report on-line download the report (pdf) REPORT OF THE AFGHANISTAN STUDY GROUP   www.afghanistanstudygroup.com Consensus on Afghanistan: Transitioning to the Afghan… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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“The Warrior Class”: The Blackwater Videos

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April 3, 2012 “The Warrior Class”: The Blackwater Videos By Harper’s Magazine The April 2012 issue of Harper’s Magazine includes “The Warrior Class,” a feature by Charles Glass on the rise… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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The WARRIOR CLASS: A golden age for the freelance soldier

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Harper’s Magazine April 2012 Charles Glass is a journalist, author, and publisher who has frequently reported from the Middle East. His most recent book is Americans in Paris: Life and Death… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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British military contracts KBR support

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British military contracts KBR support Published: April 3, 2012 at 10:31 AM HOUSTON, April 3 (UPI) — Texas company KBR is to provide operational support to British military forces under a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Air Force taps CACI for CATS contract

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Air Force taps CACI for CATS contract Published: April 3, 2012 at 10:12 AM ARLINGTON, Va., April 3 (UPI) — The U.S. Air Force has chosen CACI International Inc. to join… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Afghanistan’s Ban on Private Security Companies: What are the Risks for Private Investors?

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Afghanistan’s Ban on Private Security Companies: What are the Risks for Private Investors? by Foley Hoag LLP – Corporate Social Responsibility on 4/3/2012 [author: Elizabeth Holland] The month of March marked… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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What Would Sherlock Say?

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David Isenberg Author, ‘Shadow Force: Private Security Contractors in Iraq’ What Would Sherlock Say? Posted: 04/ 3/2012 12:50 pm If you have read my past writings over the years you will… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED IN AFGHANISTAN

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GAO Reports March 29, 2012 GAO-12-290 MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED IN AFGHANISTAN The Department of Defense (DOD) reported that it had obligated over $16 billion in fiscal year 2011 for… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Former Civilian Contractor Pleads Guilty in North Carolina for Role in Scheme to Steal and Sell Military Equipment in Iraq

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Former Civilian Contractor Pleads Guilty in North Carolina for Role in Scheme to Steal and Sell Military Equipment in Iraq   U.S. Department of Justice April 02, 2012    •           Office… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Shady Companies With Ties to Israel Wiretap the U.S. for the NSA

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Shady Companies With Ties to Israel Wiretap the U.S. for the NSA By James Bamford April 3, 2012 Army General Keith Alexander, the director of the NSA, is having a busy… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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