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- Examining the role of the military contractor
- Has the Privatization of National Security Gone Too Far? The Future of Military Contracting, November 14, 2008, 9:30-11:00am, New America Foundation
- David Isenberg on PressTV - US contractor with poor ratings hired again
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INGRID FISHER v Halliburton/KBR
INGRID FISHER, Individually and as Successor in Interest to Decedent Steven Fisher; KRISTEN FISHER, Individually and as Successor in Interest to Decedent Steven Fisher; S. F., JR., a Minor, Individually and… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Oregon Guard soldiers say records show Iraq War contractor knew of toxic chemical
Oregon Guard soldiers say records show Iraq War contractor knew of toxic chemical By Associated Press, Published: April 4 PORTLAND, Ore. — A document uncovered by attorneys for soldiers sickened at an… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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The WARRIOR CLASS: A golden age for the freelance soldier
Harper’s Magazine April 2012 Charles Glass is a journalist, author, and publisher who has frequently reported from the Middle East. His most recent book is Americans in Paris: Life and Death… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Killing of Indian seafarers in cold blood off Kerala-the case of the St Anthony and Enrica Lexie
Maritime Bridges March 31, 2012 Saturday Killing of Indian seafarers in cold blood off Kerala-the case of the St Anthony and Enrica Lexie DATELINE: India India, March 31 — The killing… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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JUDGE HEARS ARGUMENTS ABOUT GI’S ELECTROCUTION
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette March 31, 2012 Saturday SOONER EDITION JUDGE HEARS ARGUMENTS ABOUT GI’S ELECTROCUTION Rich Lord, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Pg. A-1 The Army knew soldiers were being electrocuted in Iraqi-built showers but… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Court allows Italian vessel to sail out, with riders
Court allows Italian vessel to sail out, with riders THE HINDU Kochi, March 29, 2012 Special Correspondent The Kerala High Court on Thursday allowed Italian ship M.T. Enrica Lexie, detained off… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Thousands of U.S. Civilians in Middle East Vulnerable to Iran Retaliation
Thousands of U.S. Civilians in Middle East Vulnerable to Iran Retaliation Tens of thousands of Americans in the Middle East–not just Israelis–are potentially vulnerable to Iranian retaliation for attacks on its… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Father of U.S. Soldier Killed by Hired Afghan Guard Running for Congress
Father of U.S. Soldier Killed by Hired Afghan Guard Running for Congress Army Pfc. Rudy A. Acosta was killed March 19, 2011, by an Afghan security contractor who was hired to… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Appeal Won’t Interrupt Nepali ‘Slavery’ Case
Appeal Won’t Interrupt Nepali ‘Slavery’ Case By BONNIE BARRON http://www.courthousenews.com/2012/03/07/persian%20slave.jpg HOUSTON (CN) – A contractor accused of trafficking Nepali laborers into Iraq to staff Al Asad Air Base cannot seek an… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Federal Court Upholds Right to Sue Jordanian Defense Contractor in U.S.
Federal Court Upholds Right to Sue Jordanian Defense Contractor in U.S. Judge rejects argument that U.S. court lacks jurisdiction in Nepali human trafficking case March 05, 2012 05:42 PM Eastern Time… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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