Monthly Archives: October 2013

Deputizing Homeland Security

Posted on October 26, 2013 by

Deputizing Homeland Security Michaels, Jon D. Texas Law Review 88.7 (Jun 2010): 1435-1473. Abstract (summary) In the wake of the attacks of Sep 11, 2001, private actors have come to occupy… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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The Future of U.S. Intelligence Outsourcing

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The Future of U.S. Intelligence Outsourcing Krishnan, Armin. The Brown Journal of World Affairs18.1 (Fall 2011): 195-211.  Abstract (summary) Intelligence outsourcing has gone too far in terms of overall contribution and… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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THE BATTLEFIELD PREEMPTION DOCTRINE: PREEMPTING TORT CLAIMS AGAINST CONTRACTORS ON THE BATTLEFIELD TO PRESERVE FEDERAL INTERESTS IN WARTIME MATTERS

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THE BATTLEFIELD PREEMPTION DOCTRINE: PREEMPTING TORT CLAIMS AGAINST CONTRACTORS ON THE BATTLEFIELD TO PRESERVE FEDERAL INTERESTS IN WARTIME MATTERS Tabriz, Sonia. Public Contract Law Journal42.3 (Spring 2013): 629-648. Abstract (summary) The… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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EXPORTING U.S. TAX DOLLARS AND CONTROL: NATION-BUILDING AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC CONTRACTING

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EXPORTING U.S. TAX DOLLARS AND CONTROL: NATION-BUILDING AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC CONTRACTING Manteghi, Parisa J. Public Contract Law Journal41.1 (Fall 2011): 109-128. Abstract (summary) On Jul 25, 2010, the Web… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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When Few Stood against Many: Explaining Executive Outcomes’ Victory in the Sierra Leonean Civil War

Posted on October 26, 2013 by

Defence Studies Volume 13, Issue 2, 2013 When Few Stood against Many: Explaining Executive Outcomes’ Victory in the Sierra Leonean Civil War By Scott Fitzsimmonsa* In November 1996, one of Africa’s… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private Military Contractors Government Transparency Media Essay

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Private Military Contractors Government Transparency Media Essay The 1990s set a new stage for military action. A global market for military services rapidly developed. As Singer mentioned, the age-old practices of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Lawyers for Blackwater Guards to Fight New Charges

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

October 25, 2013 Lawyers for Blackwater Guards to Fight New Charges Four former security guards charged with fatally shooting more than a dozen Iraqi civilians in 2007 intend to challenge the… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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G4S plc : Serco boss quits as firm seeks new start after scandals

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

G4S plc : Serco boss quits as firm seeks new start after scandals 10/25/2013 | 02:12pm US/Eastern The chief executive of outsourcing firm Serco has quit as part of a major… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mercenaries Is True, It Could Add a Whole New Dimension to the Syria Crisis

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

Mercenaries Is True, It Could Add a Whole New Dimension to the Syria Crisis Oct. 25, 2013 11:02am Sara Carter Are Russian soldiers, or possibly hired Russian mercenaries, helping Syrian President… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Bottom Line Drove Security Clearances at USIS

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

Bottom Line Drove Security Clearances at USIS Company Rushed Investigations to Meet Targets, Former Employees Say ByDion Nissenbaum connect Updated Oct. 24, 2013 11:04 p.m. ET About seven months before his… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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