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Cyberdeterrence and CyberwarCyberspace, where information — and hence serious value — is stored and manipulated, is a tempting target. An attacker could be a person, group, or state and may disrupt or corrupt the systems from which cyberspace is built. When states are involved, it is tempting to compare fights to warfare, but there are important differences. The author addresses these differences and ways the United States protect itself in the face of attack. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $33.00 Discounted Web Price: $26.40 Pages: 238 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047342 |
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Barriers to the Broad Dissemination of Creative Works in the Arab WorldA growing body of creative works by Arab authors and artists counters the intellectual and ideological underpinnings of violent extremism. Unfortunately, many of these works are not widely disseminated, marginalizing the influence of these alternative voices. This monograph examines the barriers to the broad dissemination of such works, with a focus on Arabic literature, and suggests ways to overcome these barriers. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $23.00 Discounted Web Price: $20.70 Pages: 58 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047304 |
Cincinnati Police Department Traffic Stops: Applying RAND's Framework to Analyze Racial DisparitiesIn 2002, the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) joined with other agencies and organizations to improve police-community relations in the city. This report focuses on the analysis of racial disparities in traffic stops in Cincinnati. The authors find no evidence of racial differences between the stops of black and those of similarly situated nonblack drivers, but some issues can exacerbate the perception of racial bias. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $23.00 Discounted Web Price: $20.70 Pages: 92 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047892 |
Ending Social Promotion Without Leaving Children Behind: The Case of New York CityThe New York City Department of Education asked RAND to conduct an independent longitudinal evaluation of its 5th-grade promotion policy. The findings of that study, conducted between March 2006 and August 2009, provide a comprehensive view of the policy's implementation and its impact on student outcomes, particularly for students at risk of retention and those who were retained in grade. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $37.00 Discounted Web Price: $33.30 Pages: 308 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047786 |
China's International Behavior: Activism, Opportunism, and DiversificationThe expanding scope of China's international activities is one of the newest and most important trends in global affairs. Its global activism is continually changing and has so many dimensions that it immediately raises questions about its current and long-term intentions. This monograph analyzes how China defines its international objectives, how it is pursuing them, and what it means for U.S. economic and security interests. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $34.00 Discounted Web Price: $30.60 Pages: 278 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047090 |
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The Reform of Qatar UniversityIn 2003, the State of Qatar engaged the RAND-Qatar Policy Institute to assist Qatar University with reform of its major administrative and academic structures, policies, and practices. In this summary of the reform effort, the authors recount the motivation for reform, describe the design of the reform agenda, and detail the early stages of the implementation effort, with an eye toward identifying challenges yet to be met. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $24.00 Discounted Web Price: $21.60 Pages: 122 ISBN/EAN: 9780833047441 |
Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan: RAND Counterinsurgency Study -- Volume 4This study explores the nature of the insurgency in Afghanistan, the key challenges and successes of the campaign, and the capabilities necessary to wage effective counterinsurgency operations. It argues that successful counterinsurgency requires effective indigenous security forces, especially police; a viable and legitimate local government; and the suppression of external support for insurgents. Read more »Paperback Cover Price: $26.50 Discounted Web Price: $23.85 Pages: 176 ISBN/EAN: 9780833041333 |
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