A Professional Military and the Privatization of Warfare
The antics of private military contractors are increasingly known, and they're the ones taking over for departing uniformed American troops in Iraq.
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America in the Hands of a Professional Military
Four decades ago, America decided to both maintain a large professional standing military and end the draft. The predictions of those who studied the matter then largely have been borne out -- and not for the better.
Military Gender Roles Still Thorny Problem
Despite decades of official attention, women in the military face pervasive sexism and surprisingly frequent sexual assault from within the ranks, noted speakers at the recent Gender Justice conference at West Point.
Report: Europe Competed to Sell Libya Weapons
An international report on arms transfers suggests Europeans were eager to sell weapons to Gadhafi before Libya's uprising this winter.
Military Questions Mount in Wake of DADT
Years of operating under the "don't ask, don't tell" policy created a backlog of questions to answer as the U.S. military works to integrate openly gay troops into the ranks.
Deploying to a Different Kind of Theater
Trying to help troops put context into their understanding of Afghanistan, the Pentagon is having them watch 12 one-act plays.
Among Vets, Higher Rank Predicts Better Health
Retired military officers consistently report better health than their lower-ranking counterparts.
How Military Campaigns Get Their Names
Research shows the names of Israeli military campaigns are cleverly designed to push the citizenry’s emotional buttons.
For Some, Might Torture Be Its Own Reward?
The debate over the use of torture usually pivots on whether it delivers useful intelligence, but new research suggests many Americans are drawn to its aura of righteous retribution.
Rude Awakening for the DREAM Act
The proposed DREAM Act’s effort to allow the foreign-born children of parents who entered the U.S. illegally fights the headwinds of the immigration debate.