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Emma Aguila

Emma Aguila

Emma Aguila, an Associate Economist at RAND and one of the founders of the Center for Latin American Social Policy (CLASP), was awarded the first place in the Inter-American Award for Research on Social Security. Her other research interests include retirement policy, and health and labor market dynamics.

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RAND is committed to critical issues of particular relevance to the public policy debate. These research areas compile recent work from across our diverse organization. At RAND, we share our findings broadly as a public service.

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Rail May Be Best Option to Handle Doubling of Freight Transport in Next 30 Years — Aug. 19, 2008

rail transport

The volume of freight transported in the United States is expected to double over the next 30 years. Greater use of rail freight could allow the supply chain to accommodate this increase while minimizing highway congestion and reducing fuel consumption.

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Flexibility and Sensitivity to Local Concerns Are Crucial to Long-Term U.S. Security Relationships with Iraq and Afghanistan — Aug. 1, 2008

soldiers meet with Afghani elders, photo courtesy of Air Force

The United States is heavily invested – diplomatically, economically, and militarily – in Iraq and Afghanistan. Based on this, the United States must clarify its long-term intentions to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the surrounding regions.

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U.S. Should Rethink "War On Terrorism" Strategy to Deal with Resurgent Al Qaida — Jul. 29, 2008

al qa'ida supporters

Current U.S. strategy against terrorist organization al Qaida has not been successful at limiting the group's capabilities. Since Sept. 11, 2001, al Qaida has been involved in more terrorist attacks than ever before, spanning an increasingly broader range of targets.

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