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The Price of Prevention

The fourth report in the Sustainable Security series by Gayle Smith, David Sullivan, and Andrew Sweet looks at how to deal with global crises before they occur.

Other Africa Features

January 23, 2012

Egypt’s Political Transition Takes a Step Forward Amid Much Uncertainty

The United States will face more hurdles to advancing an Egypt policy that deals with security, political, and economic issues following the post-Mubarak transition, writes Brian Katulis. By Brian Katulis
October 20, 2011

Statement on the Death of Moammar Qaddafi

Rudy deLeon and Peter Juul comment on the death of the Libyan dictator and the tough road ahead for the country as it transitions. By Rudy deLeon, Peter Juul
October 3, 2011

How to Help Somalia

John Norris talks about why we need to move beyond crisis response to crisis prevention in failed states. By John Norris
September 26, 2011

Statement on the Passing of Wangari Maathai

The world lost a great advocate this week in Wangari Maathai, writes John Podesta. By John Podesta
September 21, 2011

Repression Is Not a Path to a Stable Egyptian State

Current tensions between Egypt and Israel don’t call for reinstating Egypt’s emergency laws, particularly as the country plots its path toward civilian rule, writes Ken Gude. By Ken Gude
September 14, 2011

Twenty Years of Collapse and Counting

John Norris and Bronwyn Bruton look at the case of Somalia to explore the high cost crisis response rather than prevention. By John Norris, Bronwyn Bruton
August 22, 2011

Libya Will Still Need Help After Qaddafi’s Departure

Sarah Margon lays out what role the United States and international community should play as Libya ousts its dictator and begins a new era. By Sarah Margon
July 15, 2011

The State of Play in Libya

Sarah Margon and Jessica Kahlenberg look at the facts on the ground and what the United States should do as the international community meets in Istanbul to discuss a post-Qaddafi Libya. By Sarah Margon, Jessica Kahlenberg
July 7, 2011

Video: Sudan in Crisis

Adam Silver looks at the upcoming secession of South Sudan and what it means for the Sudanese people. By Adam Silver
June 6, 2011

Trade Unions Are Key to a Successful Transition in Egypt

Sabina Dewan explains why strong trade unions are essential for “just jobs” in Egypt and for a smooth democratic transition. By Sabina Dewan

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