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What’s to Stop Algorithm-Driven Recruiters From Rejecting Able Federal Workers With Neuro-Divergent Disabilities?
The U.S. government has bought AI-assisted recruiting aids, which tend to "screen out" those with developmental or learning disabilities.
Is The Pentagon’s Plan to Protect Civilians Living up to its Promises?
Taking stock of the Pentagon's progress in implementing the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Action Plan.
Making Sense of International Law in Light of Israel and Iran’s Latest Round of “Retaliation”
The current round of retaliatory strikes between Israel and Iran casts light on Israel's and Iran’s opposing political strategies, which also have significant legal implications…
Much Ado About Nothing: Recent Changes to Department of Defense Directive 5240.01
Recent changes to this Defense Department directive do not reflect any change in policy and provide no new authority to deploy the military domestically or to use lethal force…
Don’t Let Military and Overseas Voters Become the Next Targets for Voter Suppression
We hope Americans from both sides of the aisle will recognize the peril in withholding the right to vote from active-duty military personnel, from U.S. diplomats, and from all…
Physicians and the Push for Accountability for Alleged Abuse of Gazan Prisoners Detained by Israel
Torture and inhuman treatment of detainees are war crimes. They also put medical staff in a severely compromised ethical position.
Proportional Representation Could Reduce the Risk of Political Violence in the U.S.
There is no single cause of political violence in democracies. But one critical source is often overlooked: electoral system design.
Trump’s Record, Rhetoric Suggest Second Term Could Prove Fatal to Nuclear Nonproliferation
US presidents of both parties have agreed for 60 years on the need to stop the spread of nuclear weapons. Trump has signaled he’s not so sure.
The “War Game” Documentary, and Simulating a Worse January 6th
How would – and how should – our most senior government leaders respond?
The Threat from Unlawful Private Militias Has Evolved. The Federal Government’s Response Must Evolve Too.
Federal legislation, like the Preventing Private Paramilitary Activity Act, offers a pathway to disrupt unlawful militia activity while safeguarding constitutional rights.
US Should Learn from Afghanistan and Vietnam Withdrawals to Better Protect Vulnerable Allies
Congress should learn from Afghanistan and look to historical precedents when pursuing reform for noncombatant evacuation operations.
The Just Security Podcast: A New Guide to International Law and Military Activities in Outer Space
Legal experts have published the Woomera Manual on the International Law of Military Space Activities and Operations.