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    Saudi-Iranian relations since the fall of Saddam : rivalry, cooperation, and implications for U.S. policy (2009)
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    ISBN: 9780833046574 , 0833047108 , 9781282081659 , 1282081659 , 9780833047106 , 0833046578
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxv, 130 pages)
    Series Statement: RAND Corporation monograph series
    Parallel Title: Print version Saudi-Iranian relations since the fall of Saddam
    Keywords: Middle East ; Persian Gulf States ; Saudi Arabia ; United States ; Diplomatic relations ; international relations ; Saudi Arabia ; Iran ; Middle East ; Regions & Countries - Asia & the Middle East ; Iran ; History & Archaeology ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Government ; International ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; General ; United States Foreign relations ; Iran Foreign relations ; Saudi Arabia Foreign relations ; Persian Gulf States Foreign relations ; United States ; Iran ; Saudi Arabia ; Persian Gulf States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The often tense relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran has been at the center of many of the major political shifts that have occurred in the Middle East since the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003. This volume documents a study of how relations between the two powers have unfolded in the Persian Gulf, Iraq, Lebanon, and Palestine from 2003 through January 2009. Wehrey et al. detail the complex and multidimensional relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran and its implications for regional stability and U.S. interests. In doing so, the authors challenge conventional thinking about Saudi-Iranian relations, arguing, for example, that Sunni-Shi'a distinctions are not the key driver in dealings between the two nations, that the two states have a tendency to engage on areas of common interest, and that the notion of a watertight bloc of Gulf Arab states opposing Iran is increasingly unrealistic. The study concludes with U.S. policy recommendations for leveraging the Saudi-Iranian relationship, particularly in the context of a U.S. drawdown in Iraq, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and the Iranian nuclear issue
    Abstract: The often tense relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran has been at the center of many of the major political shifts that have occurred in the Middle East since the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003. This volume documents a study of how relations between the two powers have unfolded in the Persian Gulf, Iraq, Lebanon, and Palestine from 2003 through January 2009. Wehrey et al. detail the complex and multidimensional relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran and its implications for regional stability and U.S. interests. In doing so, the authors challenge conventional thinking about Saudi-Iranian relations, arguing, for example, that Sunni-Shi'a distinctions are not the key driver in dealings between the two nations, that the two states have a tendency to engage on areas of common interest, and that the notion of a watertight bloc of Gulf Arab states opposing Iran is increasingly unrealistic. The study concludes with U.S. policy recommendations for leveraging the Saudi-Iranian relationship, particularly in the context of a U.S. drawdown in Iraq, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and the Iranian nuclear issue
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    Planning for diversity : options and recommendations for DoD leaders (2008)
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    ISBN: 9780833044716 , 0833045334 , 0833044710 , 9780833045331
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xx, 110 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Lim, Nelson Planning for diversity
    Keywords: Affirmative action programs ; Affirmative action programs ; Affirmative action programs ; Armed Forces ; Minorities ; Recruiting and enlistment ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; United States ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Political Freedom ; United States Armed Forces ; Minorities ; United States Armed Forces ; Recruiting, enlistment, etc ; United States ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Despite the U.S. armed forces' historical role as a model for racial integration and decades of Department of Defense (DoD) efforts to promote racial and ethnic diversity, many groups are still underrepresented within the department, especially among DoD's active duty and civilian leadership. This is a particularly important issue for DoD because many military leaders believe that maintaining a diverse workforce is critical for the department's national security mission. This report discusses the initial steps that DoD should take in developing a department-wide plan to achieve greater diversity within its active duty and civilian leadership. To create a strategic plan for diversity, the authors explain, DoD leaders must articulate a vision for where they want the organization to go, and this vision statement must clearly define what type of diversity DoD wants to achieve. The next step is to set specific goals for the various components of DoD and to develop strategies for meeting those goals. Finally, Lim, Cho, and Curry emphasize that the strategic plan will fail unless there are ways to both measure the progress toward the plan's goals and hold leaders accountable for such progress. The report draws on findings from the DoD Diversity Summit held in Washington, D.C., on February 27-28, 2007, and includes an appendix that summarizes presentations and discussions from the summit
    Abstract: Despite the U.S. armed forces' historical role as a model for racial integration and decades of Department of Defense (DoD) efforts to promote racial and ethnic diversity, many groups are still underrepresented within the department, especially among DoD's active duty and civilian leadership. This is a particularly important issue for DoD because many military leaders believe that maintaining a diverse workforce is critical for the department's national security mission. This report discusses the initial steps that DoD should take in developing a department-wide plan to achieve greater diversity within its active duty and civilian leadership. To create a strategic plan for diversity, the authors explain, DoD leaders must articulate a vision for where they want the organization to go, and this vision statement must clearly define what type of diversity DoD wants to achieve. The next step is to set specific goals for the various components of DoD and to develop strategies for meeting those goals. Finally, Lim, Cho, and Curry emphasize that the strategic plan will fail unless there are ways to both measure the progress toward the plan's goals and hold leaders accountable for such progress. The report draws on findings from the DoD Diversity Summit held in Washington, D.C., on February 27-28, 2007, and includes an appendix that summarizes presentations and discussions from the summit
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 105-110)
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    State arts policy : trends and future prospects (2008)
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    ISBN: 9780833045775 , 0833046594 , 9781282033320 , 1282033328 , 9780833046598 , 0833045776
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xiii, 28 pages)
    Edition: [S.l.] HathiTrust Digital Library 2010 Electronic reproduction
    Parallel Title: Print version Lowell, Julia, 1961- State arts policy
    Keywords: Government aid to the arts ; Art commissions ; U.S. states Cultural policy ; Government aid to the arts ; Art commissions ; U.S. states ; ART ; Reference ; ART ; Performance ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Policy ; Art commissions ; Government aid to the arts ; U.S. states ; Cultural policy ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: State arts agencies -- key players within the U.S. system of public support for the arts -- face growing economic, political, and demographic challenges to the roles and missions they adopted when founded in the mid-1960s. This report, the fourth and final in a multiyear study, looks at state arts agencies' efforts to rethink their roles and missions, reflecting on what the changes may mean for the direction of state arts policy. Drawing on readings, discussions, and analyses conducted for the study, the author concludes that if current trends and strategies continue, future state arts policy is likely to focus more on developing the creative economy, improving arts education, and encouraging a broader spectrum of state residents to participate in the arts. To achieve these goals, state arts agencies will likely become more involved in policy advocacy, coalition building, convening, and gathering and disseminating information than in grantmaking. The transition to this future poses some risks for the agencies and for the arts community, but it also offers the opportunity to more effectively promote the conditions in which the arts can thrive
    Abstract: State arts agencies -- key players within the U.S. system of public support for the arts -- face growing economic, political, and demographic challenges to the roles and missions they adopted when founded in the mid-1960s. This report, the fourth and final in a multiyear study, looks at state arts agencies' efforts to rethink their roles and missions, reflecting on what the changes may mean for the direction of state arts policy. Drawing on readings, discussions, and analyses conducted for the study, the author concludes that if current trends and strategies continue, future state arts policy is likely to focus more on developing the creative economy, improving arts education, and encouraging a broader spectrum of state residents to participate in the arts. To achieve these goals, state arts agencies will likely become more involved in policy advocacy, coalition building, convening, and gathering and disseminating information than in grantmaking. The transition to this future poses some risks for the agencies and for the arts community, but it also offers the opportunity to more effectively promote the conditions in which the arts can thrive
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    Stabilization and reconstruction staffing : developing U.S. civilian personnel capabilities (2008)
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    ISBN: 9780833041371 , 083304446X , 0833041371 , 9780833044464
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxvi, 103 pages)
    Edition: [S.l.] HathiTrust Digital Library 2010 Electronic reproduction
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation monograph series
    Parallel Title: Print version Stabilization and reconstruction staffing
    DDC: 353.15
    Keywords: Postwar reconstruction ; Personnel management ; Human capital Management ; Postwar reconstruction ; Personnel management ; Human capital ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; General ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Political Freedom & Security ; International Security ; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS ; Human Resources & Personnel Management ; Human capital ; Management ; Personnel management ; Postwar reconstruction ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The United States participated in several interventions and state-building efforts during the 1990s, and the rationale for U.S. engagement in such efforts received a new urgency after the 9/11 attacks. However, recent U.S. experiences in Afghanistan and in Iraq, especially, have shown that engaging in stability and reconstruction operations is a difficult and lengthy process that requires appropriate resources. Most of all, to have a chance of succeeding, such operations require a realistic understanding of the capabilities needed for them. The authors present the results of research on the U.S. civilian personnel and staffing programs for stability and reconstruction operations undertaken in other countries under U.S. leadership or with the participation of the United States. The study uses the Office of Personnel Management's Human Capital Assessment and Accountability Framework to assess the personnel requirements for such operations. The Framework advocates strategic alignment, workforce planning and development, leadership and knowledge management, results-oriented performance culture, talent management, and accountability. The authors also present recommendations that the U.S. government should consider undertaking to deal with the types of problems that the United States has encountered in post-2003 Iraq. The research draws on the rapidly growing body of literature dealing with reconstruction and stability missions, interviews with U.S. and British civilian personnel deployed to Iraq, and the authors' own experiences in Iraq as U.S. civilians involved with the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA). The study should be of interest to policymakers dealing with stability and reconstruction operations
    Abstract: The United States participated in several interventions and state-building efforts during the 1990s, and the rationale for U.S. engagement in such efforts received a new urgency after the 9/11 attacks. However, recent U.S. experiences in Afghanistan and in Iraq, especially, have shown that engaging in stability and reconstruction operations is a difficult and lengthy process that requires appropriate resources. Most of all, to have a chance of succeeding, such operations require a realistic understanding of the capabilities needed for them. The authors present the results of research on the U.S. civilian personnel and staffing programs for stability and reconstruction operations undertaken in other countries under U.S. leadership or with the participation of the United States. The study uses the Office of Personnel Management's Human Capital Assessment and Accountability Framework to assess the personnel requirements for such operations. The Framework advocates strategic alignment, workforce planning and development, leadership and knowledge management, results-oriented performance culture, talent management, and accountability. The authors also present recommendations that the U.S. government should consider undertaking to deal with the types of problems that the United States has encountered in post-2003 Iraq. The research draws on the rapidly growing body of literature dealing with reconstruction and stability missions, interviews with U.S. and British civilian personnel deployed to Iraq, and the authors' own experiences in Iraq as U.S. civilians involved with the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA). The study should be of interest to policymakers dealing with stability and reconstruction operations
    Note: "MG-580-RC"--Page 4 of cover , Includes bibliographical references (pages 99-103) , Use copy Restrictions unspecified star MiAaHDL , Electronic reproduction , Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002.
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    Investor and industry perspectives on investment advisers and broker-dealers (2008)
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    ISBN: 9780833047847 , 0833047841 , 9780833044037 , 0833045016 , 0833044036 , 6611736751 , 9780833045010 , 9786611736750
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxiii, 204 pages)
    Edition: [S.l.] HathiTrust Digital Library 2010 Electronic reproduction
    Series Statement: Technical report TR-556-SEC
    Parallel Title: Print version Investor and industry perspectives on investment advisers and broker-dealers
    DDC: 346.73/0922
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    QK 800
    Keywords: Securities ; Stockbrokers ; Investment advisors ; Securities industry ; Securities ; Stockbrokers Legal status, laws, etc ; Investment advisors Legal status, laws, etc ; Securities industry Law and legislation ; LAW ; Civil Law ; Investment advisors ; Legal status, laws, etc ; Securities ; Securities industry ; Law and legislation ; Stockbrokers ; Legal status, laws, etc ; United States ; LAW ; Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice ; Electronic books
    Abstract: In theory, financial professionals are relatively distinct: A broker conducts transactions in securities on behalf of others; a dealer buys and sells securities for his or her own accounts; and an investment adviser provides advice to others regarding securities. Broker-dealers and investment advisers are subject to different regulatory structures. But trends in the financial services market since the early 1990s have blurred the boundaries between them. Regulatory reform requires a clearer understanding of the industry's complexities. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission asked RAND to conduct this study to examine the professionals' current business practices and whether investors understand differences between and relationships among them. The report describes a heterogeneous industry, with firms taking many different forms and offering a multitude of services and products and with investors failing to distinguish broker-dealers and investment advisers along regulatory lines. Despite this, investors express high levels of satisfaction with the services they receive from their own financial service providers. This satisfaction was much more frequently reported to arise from the personal attention the investor receives than from the actual financial returns arising from this relationship
    Abstract: In theory, financial professionals are relatively distinct: A broker conducts transactions in securities on behalf of others; a dealer buys and sells securities for his or her own accounts; and an investment adviser provides advice to others regarding securities. Broker-dealers and investment advisers are subject to different regulatory structures. But trends in the financial services market since the early 1990s have blurred the boundaries between them. Regulatory reform requires a clearer understanding of the industry's complexities. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission asked RAND to conduct this study to examine the professionals' current business practices and whether investors understand differences between and relationships among them. The report describes a heterogeneous industry, with firms taking many different forms and offering a multitude of services and products and with investors failing to distinguish broker-dealers and investment advisers along regulatory lines. Despite this, investors express high levels of satisfaction with the services they receive from their own financial service providers. This satisfaction was much more frequently reported to arise from the personal attention the investor receives than from the actual financial returns arising from this relationship
    Note: "RAND Institute for Civil Justice, LRN-RAND Center for Corporate Ethics, Law, and Governance , Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-204) , Use copy Restrictions unspecified star MiAaHDL , Electronic reproduction , Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002.
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    Chinese responses to U.S. military transformation and implications for the Department of Defense (2006)
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    ISBN: 9780833040787 , 0833040812 , 0833037684 , 0833040782 , 9780833037688 , 9780833040817
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xx, 165 pages)
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    Parallel Title: Print version Chinese responses to U.S. military transformation and implications for the Department of Defense
    DDC: 355/.033551
    Keywords: Military planning History 21st century ; Military planning ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; General ; Military planning ; China ; History ; 21st century ; Armed Forces ; Reorganization ; Military planning ; Military policy ; Militärpolitik ; Militärische Planung ; United States ; Military policy ; China ; United States ; China ; Military policy ; United States ; Armed Forces ; Reorganization ; China ; USA ; History ; United States Armed Forces ; Reorganization ; United States Military policy ; China Military policy ; United States ; United States ; China
    Abstract: Over the past decade, Chinese military strategists have keenly observed changes in U.S. national strategy and military transformation. The acceleration of its own military modernization suggests that China is not dissuaded by U.S. military prowess but instead is driven by a range of strategic and military motivations to keep pace. This report examines the constraints, facilitators, and potential options for Chinese responses to U.S. transformation efforts, especially with respect to whether Taiwan moves toward or away from formal independence. The authors focus on four areas of counter-transformation options that China may pursue (which most likely would include all or portions of each strategy): Conventional Modernization "Plus"; Subversion, Sabotage, and Information Operations; Missile-Centric Strategies; and Chinese Network-Centric Warfare. The path China takes will depend on its key national security goals and the political and economic context within which these goals are pursued. That said, the authors offer possible U.S. counterresponses to such courses of action (e.g., planning defensive measures, augmentation of network-centric platforms) and emphasize that the ultimate "victor" of transformation will be that nation with the best combination of surprise, error control, fortune, and highly trained people
    Abstract: Over the past decade, Chinese military strategists have keenly observed changes in U.S. national strategy and military transformation. The acceleration of its own military modernization suggests that China is not dissuaded by U.S. military prowess but instead is driven by a range of strategic and military motivations to keep pace. This report examines the constraints, facilitators, and potential options for Chinese responses to U.S. transformation efforts, especially with respect to whether Taiwan moves toward or away from formal independence. The authors focus on four areas of counter-transformation options that China may pursue (which most likely would include all or portions of each strategy): Conventional Modernization "Plus"; Subversion, Sabotage, and Information Operations; Missile-Centric Strategies; and Chinese Network-Centric Warfare. The path China takes will depend on its key national security goals and the political and economic context within which these goals are pursued. That said, the authors offer possible U.S. counterresponses to such courses of action (e.g., planning defensive measures, augmentation of network-centric platforms) and emphasize that the ultimate "victor" of transformation will be that nation with the best combination of surprise, error control, fortune, and highly trained people
    Note: "MG-340 , Includes bibliographical references (pages 157-165) , Use copy Restrictions unspecified star MiAaHDL , Electronic reproduction , Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002.
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    War and escalation in South Asia (2006)
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    ISBN: 9780833041142 , 083304091X , 9781433709470 , 1433709473 , 0833041142 , 9780833038128 , 9780833040916 , 0833038125
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxii, 98 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version War and escalation in South Asia
    DDC: 355.03109730954
    Keywords: Low-intensity conflicts (Military science) ; Terrorism ; National security ; National security ; Low-intensity conflicts (Military science) ; Terrorism ; National security ; National security ; Low-intensity conflicts (Military science) ; Military policy ; Military relations ; National security ; Politics and government ; Terrorism ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Environmental Policy ; South Asia ; United States ; South Asia Military relations ; United States Military relations ; South Asia Politics and government ; United States Military policy ; South Asia ; United States ; South Asia ; United States
    Abstract: The advent of two nuclear powers in South Asia, discoveries of nuclear trafficking, and insurgencies and terrorism that threaten important U.S. interests and objectives directly have transformed the region from a strategic backwater into a primary theater of concern for the United States. The United States, to a great extent free of the restrictions of earlier sanction regimes and attentive to the region's central role in the global war on terrorism (GWOT), has engaged the states of South Asia aggressively with a wide variety of policy initiatives. Despite the diversity of policy instruments, few are very powerful; indeed, only the U.S. military seems to offer many options for Washington to intensify further its security cooperation and influence in the region. This monograph highlights key factors in the region that imperil U.S. interests, and suggests how and where the U.S. military might play an expanded, influential role. The report notes that the current U.S. military force posture, disposition, and lines of command may not be optimal, given South Asia's new status in the U.S. strategic calculus, and suggests seven key steps the military might take to improve its ability to advance and defend U.S. interests, not only in South Asia, but beyond it, including the Middle East and Asia at large. Beyond the specifics, however, the broader message arising from this analysis is straightforward: the region's salience for U.S. policy interests has increased dramatically. It is therefore prudent to intensify Washington's involvement in the region and to devote the resources necessary to become more influential with the governments within the region. Given the area's potential for violence, it is also prudent to shape a part of the U.S. military to meet the potential crises emanating from South Asia, just as the United States once shaped its military presence in Western Europe for the contingencies of the Cold War
    Abstract: The advent of two nuclear powers in South Asia, discoveries of nuclear trafficking, and insurgencies and terrorism that threaten important U.S. interests and objectives directly have transformed the region from a strategic backwater into a primary theater of concern for the United States. The United States, to a great extent free of the restrictions of earlier sanction regimes and attentive to the region's central role in the global war on terrorism (GWOT), has engaged the states of South Asia aggressively with a wide variety of policy initiatives. Despite the diversity of policy instruments, few are very powerful; indeed, only the U.S. military seems to offer many options for Washington to intensify further its security cooperation and influence in the region. This monograph highlights key factors in the region that imperil U.S. interests, and suggests how and where the U.S. military might play an expanded, influential role. The report notes that the current U.S. military force posture, disposition, and lines of command may not be optimal, given South Asia's new status in the U.S. strategic calculus, and suggests seven key steps the military might take to improve its ability to advance and defend U.S. interests, not only in South Asia, but beyond it, including the Middle East and Asia at large. Beyond the specifics, however, the broader message arising from this analysis is straightforward: the region's salience for U.S. policy interests has increased dramatically. It is therefore prudent to intensify Washington's involvement in the region and to devote the resources necessary to become more influential with the governments within the region. Given the area's potential for violence, it is also prudent to shape a part of the U.S. military to meet the potential crises emanating from South Asia, just as the United States once shaped its military presence in Western Europe for the contingencies of the Cold War
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    Stretched thin : Army forces for sustained operations (2005)
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    ISBN: 9780833038166 , 0833040898 , 9781601290205 , 1601290209 , 9780833040893 , 0833038168
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxi, 101 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Stretched thin
    Keywords: United States Appropriations and expenditures ; United States Personnel management ; United States Cost control ; United States Recruiting, enlistment, etc ; United States ; United States ; United States ; United States ; United States ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Security (National & International) ; Armed Forces ; Appropriations and expenditures ; Armed Forces ; Cost control ; Armed Forces ; Personnel management ; Recruiting and enlistment ; Military Administration ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The nation has difficult trade-offs in facing calls on Army forces for operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. This report describes the effects of large deployments on the Army's ability to provide forces for other contingencies, to ensure that soldiers are trained, and to continue to recruit and retain soldiers. The authors found that Army plans for transformation and employing reserves at reasonable rates still fall short. Steps to improve the situation all involve high risks or costs. Unless requirements recede, the nation faces an Army stretched thin, with no quick fix or easy solution
    Abstract: The nation has difficult trade-offs in facing calls on Army forces for operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. This report describes the effects of large deployments on the Army's ability to provide forces for other contingencies, to ensure that soldiers are trained, and to continue to recruit and retain soldiers. The authors found that Army plans for transformation and employing reserves at reasonable rates still fall short. Steps to improve the situation all involve high risks or costs. Unless requirements recede, the nation faces an Army stretched thin, with no quick fix or easy solution
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    Early childhood interventions : proven results, future promise (2005)
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    ISBN: 9780833038364 , 0833040820 , 9781433709494 , 143370949X , 9780833040824 , 0833038362
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxii, 167 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Karoly, Lynn A., 1961- Early childhood interventions
    DDC: 362.7/0973
    Keywords: Early childhood education ; Child care services ; Public welfare ; Child welfare Evaluation ; Children with social disabilities Services for ; Children with social disabilities Services for ; Evaluation ; Early childhood education ; Child care services ; Public welfare ; Child welfare ; Children with social disabilities ; Children with social disabilities ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Services & Welfare ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Security ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Security (National & International) ; Child care services ; Child welfare ; Evaluation ; Children with social disabilities ; Services for ; Early childhood education ; Public welfare ; Social Welfare & Social Work - General ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; Social Sciences ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Parents, policymakers, business leaders, and the general public increasingly recognize the importance of the first few years in the life of a child for promoting healthy physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Nonetheless, many children face deficiencies between ages 0 and 5 that can impede their ability to develop to their fullest potential. The PNC Grow Up Great initiative, a program financed by PNC Financial, Inc., asked RAND to prepare a thorough, objective review and synthesis of current research that addresses the potential for various forms of early childhood intervention to improve outcomes for participating children and their families. The authors consider the potential consequences of not investing additional resources in the lives of children, the range of early intervention programs, the demonstrated benefits of interventions with high-quality evaluations, the features associated with successful programs, and the returns to society associated with investing early in the lives of disadvantaged children. Their findings indicate that a body of sound research exists that can guide resource allocation decisions. This evidence base sheds light on the types of programs that have been demonstrated to be effective, the features associated with effective programs, and the potential for returns to society that exceed the resources invested in program delivery
    Abstract: Parents, policymakers, business leaders, and the general public increasingly recognize the importance of the first few years in the life of a child for promoting healthy physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Nonetheless, many children face deficiencies between ages 0 and 5 that can impede their ability to develop to their fullest potential. The PNC Grow Up Great initiative, a program financed by PNC Financial, Inc., asked RAND to prepare a thorough, objective review and synthesis of current research that addresses the potential for various forms of early childhood intervention to improve outcomes for participating children and their families. The authors consider the potential consequences of not investing additional resources in the lives of children, the range of early intervention programs, the demonstrated benefits of interventions with high-quality evaluations, the features associated with successful programs, and the returns to society associated with investing early in the lives of disadvantaged children. Their findings indicate that a body of sound research exists that can guide resource allocation decisions. This evidence base sheds light on the types of programs that have been demonstrated to be effective, the features associated with effective programs, and the potential for returns to society that exceed the resources invested in program delivery
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    Implementation of the asthma practice guideline in the Army Medical Department : evaluation of process and effects (2005)
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    ISBN: 9780833037732 , 0833040731 , 0833037730 , 9780833040732
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxiv, 176 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Implementation of the asthma practice guideline in the Army Medical Department
    DDC: 616.2/3806
    Keywords: United States Medical care ; Standards ; United States ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Soldiers Medical care ; Asthma Treatment ; Evaluation ; Soldiers ; Asthma ; Guideline Adherence ; Military Medicine organization & administration ; Process Assessment (Health Care) ; Asthma therapy ; Case Management organization & administration ; Military & Naval Science ; United States ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; Diplomacy ; Law, Politics & Government ; Military Administration ; Soldiers ; Medical care ; Criminology, Penology & Juvenile Delinquency ; United States ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; MEDICAL ; Pulmonary & Thoracic Medicine ; Social Sciences ; HEALTH & FITNESS ; Diseases ; Respiratory ; United States ; Electronic book ; Statistics
    Abstract: In partnership with the Army Medical Department (AMEDD), RAND researchers worked to implement clinical practice guidelines in treatment of three common ailments (asthma, diabetes, and low back pain). This report is an evaluation of the asthma practice guideline demonstration. It documents the extent to which intended actions were implemented, assesses short-term effects on clinical practices, and measures the quality and limitations of available data for monitoring practice improvements and clinical outcomes. The authors found that, although the implementation scored some notable successes, resource limitations and organizational barriers curbed overall progress. They conclude that allowing for flexibility, monitoring the facilities consistently, and training providers thoroughly are the keys to implementing the practice guidelines throughout AMEDD. The also concluded that patient education was an area in need of improvement
    Abstract: In partnership with the Army Medical Department (AMEDD), RAND researchers worked to implement clinical practice guidelines in treatment of three common ailments (asthma, diabetes, and low back pain). This report is an evaluation of the asthma practice guideline demonstration. It documents the extent to which intended actions were implemented, assesses short-term effects on clinical practices, and measures the quality and limitations of available data for monitoring practice improvements and clinical outcomes. The authors found that, although the implementation scored some notable successes, resource limitations and organizational barriers curbed overall progress. They conclude that allowing for flexibility, monitoring the facilities consistently, and training providers thoroughly are the keys to implementing the practice guidelines throughout AMEDD. The also concluded that patient education was an area in need of improvement
    Note: "RAND Arroyo Center , "Center for Military Health Policy Research , Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-176) , Supersedes RAND/DRR-2872-A
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    U.S. interests in Central Asia : policy priorities and military roles (2005)
    Santa Monica, CA : Rand
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    ISBN: 9780833037893 , 0833040804 , 0833037897 , 9780833040800
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxiv, 55 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand note MG-338
    Parallel Title: Print version Oliker, Olga U.S. interests in Central Asia
    DDC: 355/.031/09730958
    Keywords: United States Foreign service ; United States ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Political Freedom ; Armed Forces ; Foreign service ; Military policy ; Strategic aspects of individual places ; Armies ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; United States ; United States ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; Central Asia ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; Asia, Central Strategic aspects ; United States Military policy ; Asia, Central ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Examines long-term U.S. military interests in Central Asia
    Note: "MG-338 , Includes bibliographical references (pages 51-55)
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