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Oregon Guard soldiers say records show Iraq War contractor knew of toxic chemical

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

Oregon Guard soldiers say records show Iraq War contractor knew of toxic chemical By Associated Press, Published: April 4 PORTLAND, Ore. — A document uncovered by attorneys for soldiers sickened at an… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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A Test Case on Sanctions? Despite Ongoing Federal Probe, Pentagon Asserts Big Contractor Has No Iranian Ties

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A Test Case on Sanctions? Despite Ongoing Federal Probe, Pentagon Asserts Big Contractor Has No Iranian Ties A Whistleblower Alleges Death Threats By ADAM ZAGORIN If there’s one thing most Americans… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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A COR! A COR! My Afghan Kingdom for a COR!

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David Isenberg Author, ‘Shadow Force: Private Security Contractors in Iraq’ A COR! A COR! My Afghan Kingdom for a COR! Posted: 04/ 4/2012 3:51 pm On March 29 the Government Accountability… 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

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

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

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

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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MANAGEMENT AND OVERSIGHT IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED IN AFGHANISTAN

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

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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Some Things Are Just Unacceptable

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

David Isenberg Author, ‘Shadow Force: Private Security Contractors in Iraq’ Some Things Are Just Unacceptable Posted: 04/ 2/2012 10:01 am On March 27 the Technology, Informational Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and Procurement… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Can Privatization Kill?

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April 1, 2012 Can Privatization Kill? By THOMAS GAMMELTOFT-HANSEN ON Oct. 12, 2010, Jimmy Mubenga was deported from Britain. The 46-year-old Angolan had come to the country as a refugee 16… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Suspension and debarment often misunderstood, contractors told

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Suspension and debarment often misunderstood, contractors told By Charles S. Clark March 30, 2012 Though viewed by industry as a punishment, the government’s suspension and debarment procedure for errant contractors is… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Transcript – March 27, 2012 Labor Abuses, Human Trafficking, and Government Contracts: Is the Government Doing Enough to Protect Vulnerable Workers? hearing

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March 27, 2012 Tuesday Panel I of a Hearing of the Technology, Informational Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and Procurement Reform Subcommittee of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Subject: “Labor Abuses,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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