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U.S. Domestic Terrorism Prosecutions: The Reality Behind the Government’s Inflated Numbers
U.S. policymakers and the public need to better understand the extent, nature, and efficacy of domestic terrorism prosecutions.

Just Security Podcast: A Guilty Verdict in the Proud Boys Trial
To help us understand what the verdict means, what’s missing, and what comes next, we have Tom Joscelyn and Mary McCord.

Sustaining Renewed Tolerance in Context: Reflections on the Holocaust in Estonia
The case of a Nazi collaborator deported from the US illustrates the need for constant vigilance against antisemitism and fascism.

Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom as a Driver for All Human Rights
Freedom of expression is protected in international law, because, without it, democracy and the rule of law wither away. A free press is a vital aspect.

Preventing Intelligence Leaks: Let’s Start Over
A new "secrecy paradigm" is needed to prevent future intelligence leaks that could be even more damaging than the Teixeira breach.

To End War in Sudan, Target the Generals’ War Chests
Only when the parties see that their financial interests are in jeopardy will they be willing to seriously negotiate.

Introduction to Expert Statements on Democracy and Political Violence, submitted to January 6th House select committee
33 statements from leading experts in law, academia, and other research organizations

On Eve of Marcos Visit, US Must Center Human Rights in US-Philippines Security Relationship
"The United States should know that it cannot successfully pursue its security interests in the Asia-Pacific region at the expense of the basic rights of its partners’ citizens."

The Role of Culture in Torture and its Absence in Guantanamo’s Medical Care System
Culturally competent medical care, including to the extent possible care provided by independent medical experts of the detainees’ nationalities, is needed at Guantanamo now.

Restricting Chinese Access to Chips is Only a Partial Solution
The U.S. goal should not simply be to restrict Chinese access to U.S. technology; rather, the United States should be focused on preventing an arms race that would be unnecessary…

The War From Within: Racial Injustice in the US Prison System
Promoting American values abroad requires upholding them at home by addressing systemic and institutional racism.

Diplomatic Engagement with the Taliban: A Path Forward or a Black Hole?
Normalizing ties with the Taliban would come at a high cost for ordinary Afghans.