Government Can’t Do It All, But The Public Can Help
Government cannot tackle all of the nation’s problems, and it recognizes the need for more help. More agencies should consider an appeal to the public — an approach that leverages citizen problem-solvers. It’s a promising innovative practice that some in government are just starting to embrace. During a Dun & Bradstreet-sponsored Techathon last fall, some […]
A Win-Win for Government and Insurers: Partnering for Security
Despite the government shutdown, sometimes government gets it right. Recently, government appeared to truly appreciate the benefit of establishing public-private partnerships, including with insurers. Three meetings held at the end of September—two hosted by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and one a congressional hearing—exemplified the potential of partnering for national security. If only the […]
Courting the Global South with “Dual Benefit” Nonproliferation Engagement
President Barack Obama and an array of other Western leaders continue to assert that the spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) to non-state actors is one of most pressing challenges to global security today. Yet, Western efforts to engage governments—particularly governments across the global South—in a practical nonproliferation dialogue have largely yielded disappointing results. […]