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Early Edition: July 6, 2021
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Sovereign Citizens: More Than Paper Terrorists
A scholar of "sovereign citizens," writes about their ideology and organization, and how they fit into the array of domestic violent extremists in the United States.
The Weisselberg Indictment Is Not A “Fringe Benefits” Case
"The scheme is far different from simple failure to pay taxes on fringe benefits, which is how the indictment has been widely misunderstood, thanks in part to Trump’s defense…
Recap of Recent Articles on Just Security (June 26-July 2)
Attack on U.S. Capitol • Withdrawal from Afghanistan • Disinformation • Authorization for Use of Military Force/War Powers • Torture and Interrogation • U.S. Elections…
Allen Weisselberg’s Post-Indictment Strategic Considerations
What Weisselberg has to, and does not have to, worry about. Analysis by former IRS Criminal Investigation supervisory special agent, with comment from former Chief Assistant in…
The Tucker Carlson Disinformation Show
Tucker Carlson's latest claims provide a textbook example of the disinformation techniques that fuel conspiracy theories – and illustrate what makes them so dangerous.
War Powers Guard Rails Can Keep the U.S. From Sliding into a New Middle East War
"Because so much power has accreted in the executive branch when it comes to matters of war and peace, the risk of stumbling into a new Middle East War for insufficiently examined…
Girls’ Education Has Taken Root in Afghanistan
Education, particularly girls’ education, is the lever that will raise Afghanistan above extremism and into a peaceful and prosperous future.
Early Edition: July 2, 2021
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America’s Democracy Moment
As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, it is crucial to recognize the gravity of the threats still facing US democracy.
What We Can Expect in Afghanistan from US Intelligence Once US Troops Are Gone
U.S. troops are leaving Afghanistan, but the Intelligence Community is merely entering a new phase of the conflict.
Early Edition: July 1, 2021
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