Food security was a key driver behind the development of the current framework governing the law of the sea. This matters for why-and how-the Chinese are contesting claims in the South China Sea.
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Problematic Alternatives: MLAT Reform for the Digital Age
Data travels across the globe instantly, but the current system for sharing information across jurisdictions is inadequate. Here’s why we need reform, and what that reform should look like. By Jonah Force Hill.
Restricted Reporting on California Military Installations: The Unnecessary and Unwise State Law Exception
The military’s restricted reporting policy for sexual assaults-permitting members of the armed services to seek help without initiating a formal investigation-has helped victims and investigators alike. But state law exceptions, like California’s, counteract some of these gains. Here’s why, and how, the exception should be overturned.
Protecting Whistleblowers and Secrets in the Intelligence Community
Daniel D’Isidoro* Introduction Members of the intelligence community receive different whistleblower protections than most federal employees, in large part due to the classified nature of their work. Though recent reforms have sought to shore up whistleblower protections, regulatory gaps remain. The following piece explores some of those gaps through examples, and suggests reforms to address […]
The Reverse Draft: Bringing the Military and Society Back Together
Lieutenant Joseph Hatfield discusses the merits of a “reverse draft” in bridging the growing disconnect between civilian society and the military. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia