The U.S. Counterterrorism Air War in Somalia Hits All-Time Strike Peak

On August 20, United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted its 50th airstrike in Somalia since the start of 2019.
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A Good Provider Is One Who Leaves

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New America Turns 20

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Sep. 9th, 2019

The Optimist’s Telescope

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Varying Degrees

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A Good Provider is One Who Leaves

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Aug. 27th, 2019

The Optimist's Telescope

A trailblazing exploration of how we can think more strategically about the future—and make smarter choices in our own lives and in society.
By: 
Bina Venkataraman
Fellows Book
Aug. 22nd, 2019

The Global Race for Critical Minerals in the Deep Ocean

This report provides a deep dive into the benefits and risks that come with deep-sea mining .
By: 
Sharon Burke
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Rachel Zimmerman
Resource Security Report
Aug. 22nd, 2019

How Music Has Made Auditory Surveillance Possible

The same technology that lets us share our favorite songs has also allowed governments to eavesdrop.
By: 
Gabrielle Cornish
Weekly Article
Aug. 22nd, 2019

The Myth of Political Protagonists

What are the consequences of extending our search for virtue to today's main political actors—to history-to-be?
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Elizabeth Pankova
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