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Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking’s Hidden Toll
In Foreign Affairs, Jamille Bigio and Rachel Vogelstein write that the global scourge is worse than a crime—it is a systemic threat.

Blog Post by Jamille Bigio and Rachel B. Vogelstein June 11, 2021 Women Around the World

United States

How Police Compare in Different Democracies
Recent killings by U.S. officers have sparked widespread calls for police reform and an end to systemic racism. Here’s how U.S. policing compares with other countries’ approaches.

Backgrounder by Amelia Cheatham and Lindsay Maizland April 21, 2021

Terrorism and Counterterrorism

The Public Should Be Warned When a Rampage Is Underway
The spree of murders at several Atlanta-area spas demonstrates the unique threat posed by rampaging assailants. A new system that alerts the public during such attacks could help save lives.

Article by Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware March 24, 2021 National Security and Defense Program

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Russia

What to Watch for at the Biden-Putin Summit
U.S.-Russia bilateral relations have fallen to a new low, with Ukraine, Belarus, cyberattacks, and nuclear weapons among the biggest disagreements. What’s the best way to judge this summit’s success?

In Brief by Stephen Sestanovich June 8, 2021

Latin America

Central America’s Turbulent Northern Triangle
The U.S. government is responding to another wave of migrants fleeing poverty, violence, and other challenges in the Central American region.

Backgrounder by Amelia Cheatham June 7, 2021

International Law

Illegal Fishing Is a Global Threat. Here’s How to Combat It.
Fishing provides a critical source of food and income for many countries, but much of it occurs unlawfully, harming vulnerable populations and eroding maritime governance.  

Article by John C. Vann June 4, 2021