Published October 6, 2009
How can the United States help support peace in Macedonia and the Balkans?
The Future of U.S. Special Operations Forces
Special operations play a critical role in how the United States confronts irregular threats, but to have long-term strategic impact, the author argues, numerous shortfalls must be addressed.
Reforming U.S. Drone Strike Policies
The author analyzes the potentially serious consequences, both at home and abroad, of a lightly overseen drone program and makes recommendations for improving its governance.
The authors examine the lack of understanding of the effectiveness of enforcement efforts in preventing illegal immigration to the United States.
Julia Sweig reflects on implications of the Boston Marathon bombings in the midst of debates on gun control and immigration reform.
In his testimony before the U.S. House of Representatives, Edward Alden argues that the United States needs a broader package of legislation...
Edward Alden says that as the United States has for the past two decades pursued securing the nation's borders against illegal immigration,...