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Freeland: Globalization, Technology and Global Politics Driving Growth of the Super Rich
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Whistleblowing Study Examines Fairness vs. Loyalty
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Y-12 Security: Time to Give Federalized Guard Force a Shot?
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August 9, 2013
By Jana Persky
Freeland: Globalization, Technology and Global Politics Driving Growth of the Super Rich
In "Plutocrats: The Rise of the Global Super-Rich," Chrystia Freeland describes how wealth is becoming increasingly concentrated in the hands of a historically tiny number individuals, who live a lifestyle many people can barely imagine.
Topics: Financial Sector
August 8, 2013
By Jana Persky
Ghattas: U.S. Foreign Policy Must Adapt to the 21st Century, Rising Superpowers
During her term as Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton traveled nearly a million miles to more than 100 different countries. And BBC Correspondent Kim Ghattas was right there with her.
Continue Reading Ghattas: U.S. Foreign Policy Must Adapt to the 21st Century, Rising Superpowers
Topics: National Security
August 7, 2013
DoD Memo Sheds Light on New Whistleblower Protections
A document released by the DoD outlines new protections for whistleblowers in the intelligence and national security communities but leaves many questions unanswered.
Continue Reading DoD Memo Sheds Light on New Whistleblower Protections
Topics: Whistleblower Protections
August 7, 2013
Whistleblowing Study Examines Fairness vs. Loyalty
Individuals primed with a writing task on fairness were much more likely to blow the whistle on wrongdoing than those who wrote about loyalty, according to a new study.
Continue Reading Whistleblowing Study Examines Fairness vs. Loyalty
Topics: Whistleblower Protections
August 6, 2013
Y-12 Security: Time to Give Federalized Guard Force a Shot?
A recent accidental firearm discharge at the Y-12 nuclear facility has injured two security officers, and raises questions about just how much has been done to improve safety and security at the site since the break-in one year ago.
Continue Reading Y-12 Security: Time to Give Federalized Guard Force a Shot?
Topics: National Security
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