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This monograph examines regional, multilateral track two dialogues in the Middle East and South Asia that are focused on arms control and other cooperative security measures. Unofficial policy discourse, or track two diplomacy, is an increasingly important part of the changing international security landscape, with the potential to raise new ideas and solutions to conflicts that, over time, may influence official policy. Talking to the Enemy considers how track two efforts in South Asia and the Middle East have socialized participants into thinking about security in more cooperative terms, and whether the ideas generated in track two forums have been acknowledged at the societal level or influenced official policy. Comparing the two regions, Kaye finds that South Asian dialogues, on Kashmir and other regional issues, have been more somewhat more effective than track two efforts in the Middle East, where lack of progress on official Arab-Israeli peace talks has also hindered unofficial regional dialogues. The author concludes with assessments of regional security trajectories in both regions, particularly proliferation dynamics, as well as suggestions on how to improve future track two efforts. more...

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Over the past two years, certain Diaspora communities, frustrated with a perceived war against the Muslim world, have turned against their adopted homelands, targeting the government and its people by supporting terrorist attacks against Western countries through recruitment, fundraising, and training. Critical issues include incidents that prove these communities will indeed attack their adopted homelands; that recruits come from converts to Islam, first-generation migrants disaffected with their new society, and second-generation failed assimilations; that Diasporas create financial lifelines to propagandize, recruit, raise funds, procure weapons, and that they lobby their adopted governments to pressure the government of their country of origin. Second- and third-generation immigrants who oppose their home governments represent adversaries almost impossible to profile. Many share a growing sense of aggrievement and frustration with a perceived war against the Muslim world by the West, fueled by events in Iraq, Palestine, and the Balkans. The challenge is to identify emerging threats in Diaspora communities, but to avoid alienating these groups and becoming forced to follow only reactive policies with regard to this growing threat. more...

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Iraq is the most pressing national security issue facing the United States today. This book evaluates the costs and benefits of five alternative strategies the United States could pursue in Iraq. The authors argue that, as long as the United States remains in Iraq, policy actions must focus on improving the security of Iraq's population by reducing violence. They offer recommendations for ways in which U.S. political, security, and economic policies in Iraq could be better geared to support this goal, though they emphasize the challenges inherent in this endeavor. Specific recommendations focus on embedding and vetting efforts for both forces and government structures and on targeting economic assistance more effectively. The authors also suggest policies that might be implemented if violence subsides-but that should not be undertaken unless and until it does. The book concludes with a discussion of next steps if the United States decides to withdraw from Iraq, arguing that the United States needs to prepare now to mitigate the effects of failure. more...

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To gain the size and capabilities of an insurgency, a would-be insurgent movement must create a politically relevant identity; it must espouse a cause that is popular beyond the group; it must gain dominance over rival organizations; and it must find a sanctuary that provides respite from police, intelligence, and military services. Violence is instrumental in all the tasks proto-insurgencies seek to accomplish. However, violence can also backfire on them, since few people support it. Support from outside states offers numerous advantages to groups seeking to become insurgencies. It can provide safe haven, money, training, and help with political mobilization. It can also help groups overcome logistical difficulties, hinder intelligence-gathering against them, and legitimize them, making government delegitimization efforts almost impossible. Outside states, however, often deliberately try to control or even weaken the group and at times can reduce its political popularity. The reaction of the state is often the most important factor in a movement’s overall success. Perhaps the best and most efficient way to prevent proto-insurgents from gaining ground is through in-group policing, since groups know their own members and can enable arrests or other forms of pressure. The government can also promote rival identities. Governments must, however, recognize the proto-insurgents’ weaknesses and avoid overreaction that may inadvertently strengthen them. The most obvious action for the United States is to anticipate the possibility of an insurgency developing before it materializes. It can also provide behind-the-scenes training and advisory programs and can help inhibit outside support. more...

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Boost Your grades with this comprehensive quick-study guide. Navigate from. TOC or search for words or phrases. Audience: Intended for everyone interested in US History, particularly undergraduate,. graduate, and law students studying US Constitution and Government. Features.:.; Clear and concise explanations.; Search for words or phrases.; Add Bookmarks.; Designed for optimal navigation on PDA, Smartphone, Tablet, and desktop devices.; Formatted to display on all electronic devices including Smartphones and Mobile Devices with a small display.; Text annotation and mark-up.; Access the guide anytime, anywhere - at home, on the train, in the subway.; Use your down time to prepare for an exam.; Always have the guide available for a quick reference. Table of Contents. I. Constitution (text only). Preamble and Articles | Bill of Rights | Subsequent Amendments. II. Constitution (with analysis). Constitution: Preamble | Article. 1 | Article 2 | Article 3 | Article 4 | Article 5 | Article 6 | Article 7. Amendments: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |. 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |. 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27. III. History, Clauses, and Interpretation. Founding Documents: Declaration of Independence (1776) | Articles. of Confederation (1777) | Constitution (1787) | Bill of Rights (1789). Formation: History of the Constitution | Articles of Confederation |. Annapolis Convention | Philadelphia Convention | New Jersey Plan | Virginia. Plan | Connecticut Compromise | Signatories. Adoption: Massachusetts Compromise | Federalist Papers. Amendments: Bill of Rights | Ratified | Unsuccessful | Conventions. to propose | State ratifying conventions. Clauses: Appointments | Case or controversy | Citizenship |. Commerce | Commerce (Dormant) | Confrontation | Contract | Copyright | Due Process. | Equal Protection | Establishment | Exceptions | Free Exercise | Full Faith. and Credit | Impeachment | Natural–born citizen | Necessary and Proper. | No Religious more...

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