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ICC Prosecutor Signals Important Strategy Shift in New Policy Document

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Beyond Sanctioning Elusive War Criminals, Prosecute the Profiteers

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The Senate Strikes Back: Checking Trump’s Foreign Policy

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A New AUMF Is Not a Solution to “Endless War”

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Guantanamo is No Answer–But Here’s What Can Work

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Shareholder Resolution Asks How Northrop Grumman Implements its Human Rights Policy

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The ‘NO BAN’ Act: A Needed Check on Presidential Decision-Making

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U.S. Congress Should Stop Security Assistance to Guatemala Until Rule of Law is Restored

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The U.S. Must Stop Backing Abusive Partners in Yemen’s War

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