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JUN 24, 2009 Journal

Introduction [Full Text]

This collection of articles focuses on the ethical assumptions that underpin views of postwar reconstruction, in particular on the question of whether (and under what ...

JUN 24, 2009 Journal

The Global War on Terror: A Narrative in Need of a Rewrite

This essay focuses on how the global war on terror was constructed and how it has set down deep institutional roots both in government and ...

JUN 24, 2009 Journal

Ethical Competence in International Relations [Full Text]

In order to participate effectively in international relations, this essay argues that international actors of all kinds, including states, international organizations, corporations, and individuals, have ...

JUN 19, 2009 Podcast

Interview with Christine Bader

"Increasingly, human rights is the lens through which people view how business impacts them," says Christine Bader, formerly of BP and now Advisor to the ...

JUN 19, 2009 Podcast

Global Ethics Corner: When Are Elections Legitimate?

When are elections legitimate? What about Iran? Elections assume that losers accept results. Because many disagree, can they overturn an election? Should we believe authorities ...

JUN 18, 2009 Podcast

Iranian Press TV: Cross-Cultural Understanding through Virtual Worlds

In an interview for "The Autograph," a program on Iran's PressTV hosted by Susan Modaress, Council Senior Fellows Joshua Fouts and Rita King discuss the ...

JUN 17, 2009 Journal Online Exclusive

EIA Interview: Simon Dalby on Environmental Security

"Peace-building is literally about building now," says Dalby. "It's about constructing buildings that don't need large quantities of energy, both because of climate change and ...

JUN 12, 2009 Podcast

Global Ethics Corner: Pillars of Choice: Fairness

Fairness is a universal concept, but its application depends on time and place. The three pillars of ethical choice—pluralism, rights and responsibilities, and fairness—...

John Githongo in discussion with Michela Wrong. <br>Photo by Peter Chappell.

JUN 10, 2009 Podcast

"It's Our Turn to Eat: The Story of a Kenyan Whistleblower"

Matthew Hennessey interviews Michela Wrong about her latest book. Their discussion includes the question of aid, corruption, the role of the tribe, and why Obama ...

Statue of Kim Il Sung in North Korea. CREDIT: <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/roman-harak/5015232313/" target="_blank">Roman Harak</a> (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/" target="_blank">CC</a>)

JUN 5, 2009 Podcast

North Korea: What Next?

There are no good options in negotiations with North Korea, says Bush's top advisor on North Korean affairs, Victor Cha. It's always a choice between ...