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Smart Power For Hard Problems: The Role Of Special Operation Forces Strengthening The Rule Of Law And Human Rights In Africa, Kevin H. Govern Jan 2012

Smart Power For Hard Problems: The Role Of Special Operation Forces Strengthening The Rule Of Law And Human Rights In Africa, Kevin H. Govern

University of Baltimore Journal of International Law

This article will assess the roles and responsibilities of Special Operations Forces (SOF) within the newly created U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) as an active proponent of a so-called “smart power” national security strategy. In particular, it will outline the economic, political, and military challenges faced in Africa; specifically, how and why SOCAFRICA is the U.S. force of choice for promoting human rights and rule of law in Africa. With the goals of the U.S. military in mind, questions will necessarily arise as to “what success looks like” for both the U.S. and African nations, and the roles of each in …


Fracturing The Environment?: Exploring Potential Problems Posed By Horizontal Drilling Methods, Kathleen Kerner Jan 2012

Fracturing The Environment?: Exploring Potential Problems Posed By Horizontal Drilling Methods, Kathleen Kerner

University of Baltimore Journal of Land and Development

No abstract provided.


Idea Protection And The Copyright Clause: The Problems Of Preemption, Laura Anne Moeller Jan 1986

Idea Protection And The Copyright Clause: The Problems Of Preemption, Laura Anne Moeller

University of Baltimore Law Forum

No abstract provided.