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Divine Madness
A review of Jerome Copulsky, “American Heretics: Religious Adversaries of Liberal Order” (Yale University Press, 2024). -
Harmonizing Cybersecurity Incident Disclosure After Loper Bright
The SEC’s cyber disclosure rule underscores the need for regulatory harmonization post-Loper Bright. CISA’s rules offer a solution. -
Is Europe About to Slow the Pace on Digital Regulations?
Evaluating Mario Draghi’s report claiming that the EU’s extensive digital regulations are adversely affecting Europe’s competitiveness. -
The Situation: Jack Smith Throws in the Towel
In January, a man whom the Justice Department argued only today has committed grave crimes for which the evidence is strong will become president of the United States. -
The ICC’s Unsurprising Decision on Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif
A three-judge panel of the ICC found “reasonable grounds to believe” Israeli and Hamas leaders are responsible for international crimes and should face trial. -
Tackling Data Brokerage Threats to American National Security
A news story used brokered location data to track military personnel—illuminating a considerable threat to national security. -
Assessing Hezbollah’s Intelligence Failure
Oct. 7 changed Israel’s willingness to escalate to preempt threats. Hezbollah did not understand this until it was too late. -
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