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Save to My PortfolioCIA et banlieues françaises: décryptage d'une info choc

Justin Vaisse, April 25, 2008, Rue89.com

Justin Vaisse discusses initiatives taken by the American Embassy in Paris towards the banlieues (or poor neighborhoods) and the Muslim community. (French) Read More

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Save to My PortfolioLes Américains cherchent à se créer un réseau

Justin Vaisse, April 21, 2008, Le Parisien

Justin Vaisse discusses initiatives taken by the American Embassy in Paris towards the banlieues (or poor neighborhoods) and the Muslim community in an interview with Le Parisien.  (French) Read More

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Save to My PortfolioJohn Yoo Interrogation Memo

Benjamin Wittes, April 05, 2008, The New Republic

John Yoo Interrogation MemoThe Justice Department recently released John Yoo's 2003 "torture" memo to Congress.  Questions remain on what to do with the people the military and the CIA interrogated brutally in 2002 and 2003, writes Ben Wittes, and how the CIA should handle such people in the future. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioIn Battling Terrorism, the French Excel

Jeremy Shapiro, March 25, 2008, NPR's The Bryant Park Project

In Battling Terrorism, the French ExcelIn just under two decades, France has gone from being a hub of terrorist activity to the most effective counter-terrorism practitioner in Europe, according to analyst Jeremy Shapiro. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioIsrael & India: New Allies

Bruce Riedel, March 21, 2008, Middle East Bulletin

Bruce Riedel addresses the Israeli-Indian relationship in light of increased military and intelligence cooperation among the two nations. Arguing that the United States has played a role in fostering the friendship, he believes that the "connection in commercial military and space intelligence fields is good for both countries and for the United States." Read More

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Save to My PortfolioCreating a New Public Diplomacy Cabinet Post

William A. Galston, Spring 2008, Democracy Journal, Issue #8

In the 21st century, spreading global public understanding of America’s institutions, culture and political values is as important as the work of traditional diplomats, writes William Galston.  Galston proposes creating a Cabinet-level agency with the mission to make the case for America as a force for peace, prosperity and political reform. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioAssassinating Terrorists: The bin Laden Case

Bruce Riedel, March 06, 2008, bitterlemons-international.org

Bruce Riedel explores the history and failures of U.S. attempts to kill Osama bin Laden and what assassinations of terror leaders may mean for their organizations and enemy targets. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioSix Years Later: Innovative Approaches to Defeating Al Qaeda

Daniel L. Byman, February 14, 2008, Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

Six Years Later: Innovative Approaches to Defeating Al QaedaIn testimony before the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Dan Byman states that "to succeed in the long-term, counterterrorism policies must be politically viable for decades." He offers ideas for policy implementations now that can bring consensus and harbor well-informed debate on the issues at hand.  Read More

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Save to My PortfolioThe Iranian Nuclear Program after the National Intelligence Estimate

Philip H. Gordon, January 2008, Foresight (Japan)

Philip Gordon offers possible outcomes following a recent U.S. National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) that downplays the risk of the Iranian nuclear weapon ambitions.  He concludes that the findings will make it harder for the U.S. to gain support for sanctions against the program and that the NIE "will facilitate Iran’s potential development of a nuclear weapon in several ways."  Read More

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Save to My PortfolioGermany and Iran after the National Intelligence Estimate

Philip H. Gordon, January/February 2008, E!Sharp

Philip Gordon discusses Germany's willingness to support the United States in its diplomatic standoff against Iranian nuclear ambitions.  Read More

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Save to My PortfolioThe Iran National Intelligence Estimate and Intelligence Assessment Capabilities

Thursday, December 20, 2007
Washington, DC

Dr. Gary Samore of the Council on Foreign Relations presented ideas on the technical significance of the recently released National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) on Iran and its implications for diplomatic efforts to prevent or delay Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioWinning the Right War

Philip H. Gordon, Winter 2007-08, Survival

Philip Gordon states that six years after the start of the U.S. led war on terror, America and its allies are less safe.  He discusses how and where the U.S. has failed in its objectives and offers ideas to help move the war in the right direction.    Read More

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Save to My PortfolioModernizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act

David S. Kris, November 15, 2007, Legal Architecture for the War on Terror Project

In December 2005, the New York Times reported, and President Bush confirmed, that the National Security Agency had been conducting electronic surveillance of international communications, to or from the U.S., without obeying the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The disclosure ignited a wildfire of political and legal controversy, which continues to generate heat today. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioThe Five Front War: The Better Way to Fight Global Jihad

Monday, November 12, 2007
Washington, DC

The Saban Center for Middle East Policy at Brookings hosted a policy luncheon with Daniel L. Byman and Richard Clarke. Kenneth M. Pollack, Director of Research of the Saban Center, chaired the discussion. Read More

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Save to My PortfolioSaban Forum 2007

Saturday, November 03, 2007
Jerusalem, Israel

Reuters/Sebastian Scheiner - Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice addresses the Saban ForumJust weeks before a U.S.-sponsored peace meeting on the Middle East in Annapolis, Maryland, the Saban Forum held its fourth annual U.S.-Israel dialogue from November 3-5, 2007, bringing a high-level, bipartisan U.S. delegation to Jerusalem for discussions with their Israeli counterparts on the theme of “War and Peace in the Middle East.” Read More

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Following the failures leading up to 9/11 and the decision to go to war in Iraq, the intelligence community continues to struggle with efforts to streamline the exchange of crucial information while heeding concerns about privacy and civil liberties. Brookings scholars examine efforts to the capabilities that make intelligence-gathering the first line of defense.

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Research ProjectLatin America Initiative

The Latin America Initiative provides high-quality, in-depth, and independent research across a range of economic and political issues, and offers policy recommendations aimed at U.S. and Latin American policymakers. Read More

ExpertAlice M. Rivlin

Alice Rivlin, the first director of the Congressional Budget Office, is an expert on urban issues as well as fiscal, monetary and social policy. She directs the Greater Washington Research project. 

ProgramMetropolitan Policy Program

Redefining the challenges facing metropolitan America and promoting innovative solutions to help communities grow in more inclusive, competitive and sustainable ways.

ExpertRon Haskins

A former White House and congressional advisor on welfare issues, Ron Haskins co-directs the Brookings Center on Children and Families. He is an expert on preschool, foster care and poverty.

ExpertIsabel V. Sawhill

A nationally known budget expert, Isabel Sawhill focuses on domestic poverty and federal fiscal policy. She is also co-director of the Center on Children and Families at Brookings.

ExpertThomas Mann

A noted congressional scholar, Tom Mann writes and speaks widely on issues related to campaigns, elections and the effectiveness of Congress.

Policy CenterEngelberg Center for Health Care Reform

The Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform provides practical solutions to achieve high-quality, innovative, affordable health care with particular emphasis on identifying opportunities on the national, state and local levels.

ExpertMartin S. Indyk

Ambassador to Israel and assistant secretary of state for near east affairs during the Clinton Administration, Martin Indyk directs the Saban Center for Middle East Policy. He currently focuses on the Clinton administration’s diplomacy and the Arab-Israeli conflict.

ProgramGlobal Economy and Development

Global Economy and Development advances research, dialogue, and innovative solutions to address the forces of globalization and the challenges of global poverty.

ExpertSuzanne Maloney

Suzanne Maloney studies Iran, the political economy of the Persian Gulf and Middle East energy policy. A former U.S. State Department policy advisor, she has also counseled private companies on Middle East issues.

ProgramGovernance Studies

Governance Studies explores political institutions of the United States and other democracies to assess how they govern, how their practices compare, and how citizens and public servants can advance sound governance.

Policy CenterSaban Center for Middle East Policy

The Saban Center conducts original research and develops innovative programs to promote a better understanding of the policy choices facing American decisionmakers in the Middle East.

Policy CenterJohn L. Thornton China Center

The John L. Thornton China Center develops analysis and policy recommendations to help address key long-term challenges, both in terms of U.S.-China relations and China's internal development.

ExpertLael Brainard

Lael Brainard is vice president and director of Global Economy and Development. She focuses on competitiveness, trade, international economics, U.S. foreign assistance and global poverty.