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September 2018

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Obesity and National Security: Meeting the Recruiting Challenge

On September 6, join BGen Stephen A. Cheney, USMC (Ret) and BG Dr. Stephen Xenakis, USA (Ret) as they discuss the findings of their report on obesity’s threat to national security. Express Scripts Chief Innovation Officer Dr. Glenn Stettin will discuss private industry’s role in combating the obesity epidemic.

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Perspective – America’s Newest Southern Neighbor? Russian Influence in Latin America

11:59 am

By: American Security Project

This report examines Russia's involvement in Latin America, arguing that Russia intends to amplify its presence in the US’ “near abroad” and subsequently turn the region against the United States. .. Find out more
What We Are Reading

12:43 pm

By: Adam Ettelbrick

Key Reads Plunge in Lira, Turkey’s Currency, Fuels Fears of Financial Contagion Jack Ewing and Alexandra Stevenson / The New York Times Turkey’s currency fell to another record low on Monday, hitting stocks in Europe and Asia and raising fears that the country is on the verge of an... .. Find out more
ASP CEO BGen. Cheney quoted by AP, Post and Courier on Climate Risks to US Bases

11:58 am

By: Noa Tann

As the former commander of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, Cheney commented on the effects that sea level rise will have on this crucial military installation. .. Find out more
Aiming Towards Africa: Outcomes of U.S., Chinese, and Russian Public Diplomacy Strategies

3:19 pm

By: Ellen Ehrnrooth

Maintaining a good image in Africa remains a priority in order to improve cooperation, promote development, and strengthen strategic and economic ties. So how is the U.S. doing in comparison to Russia and China? .. Find out more
Latin America’s Relation to the US-China Trade War

1:10 pm

By: Caroline Anderson

China continues to expand its reach into Latin America, as proven with the recent creation of a space mission control station in Argentina. More importantly, China has increased its trade with the region—highlighting the need for the US to do the same in light of the recent US-China trade war. The US should work to foster better trade relations with Latin American countries in order to fortify a strong relationship with its southern neighbors, especially as China increases its Latin American presence. .. Find out more