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2011

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Failure Of The Current Anti-Corruption Strategy In Afghanistan, Hugh Barrett Mcclean Aug 2011

Failure Of The Current Anti-Corruption Strategy In Afghanistan, Hugh Barrett Mcclean

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Corruption has come to the forefront in Afghanistan as the United States tries to balance efforts to back anti-corruption strategies while maintaining a positive relationship with the Karzai government. Stalled corruption cases suggest corruption in Afghanistan is systemic and not limited to a particular governing body or official. It is clear that corruption exists in both the upper and lower echelons of Afghan society, and will continue to exist until the U.S.-backed anti-corruption teams are accepted by the Afghan government. The strengthening of key institutions continues to be the recommended international model. As demonstrated in the United States, the integration …


Obama's Woes, Kenneth Lasson Jun 2011

Obama's Woes, Kenneth Lasson

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This short op-ed piece discusses Barack Obama's presidency, particularly with regard to Jewish issues and with Israel and the Middle East. The writer offers his rationale why the President's support among Jewish voters is slipping.