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cna talks: The National Security Ecosystem Model

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In the modern economy businesses, NGOs and governments are interconnected and interdependent. In this ecosystem it is not enough for these actors to understand their own objectives and capabilities, they must also understand those of their partners and competitors. In this episode of CNA Talks, CNA analysts Kelly Diaz and Alison Vernon discuss how businesses ecosystems models can be adapted and applied to issues of national security.

their own objectives and capabilities, they must also understand those of their partners and competitors. In this episode of CNA Talks, CNA analysts Kelly Diaz and Alison Vernon discuss how businesses ecosystems models can be adapted and applied to issues of national security. The National Security Ecosystem Model Biographies Alison Vernon is a Senior Research Scientist in CNA’s Organizations ... Scientist in CNA’s Organizations, Roles and Missions team. She is an expert in organizational design and management, specifically for DoD offices and commands. She focuses on issues of command

cna talks: How New Mexico Prepared for COVID-19

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Federal, State and local agencies regularly use exercises to prepare for natural disasters including pandemics . In 2019, many of these entities and private sector partners participated in the scenario Crimson Contagion, which was meant to test how the U.S. government would respond to a novel influenza pandemic spreading through the U.S. Sound familiar? On this episode of CNA Talks, Chris Emory, the Bureau Chief of Health Emergency Management within in the New Mexico Department of Health, and Cynthia Holmes who served as the coordinator for New Mexico’s Joint Information Center for the first 200 of the COVID response join CNA analysts Dawn Thomas and Eric Trabert. They discuss how lessons learned from Crimson Contagion shaped New Mexico’s response to COVID-19.

? On this episode of CNA Talks, Chris Emory, the Bureau Chief of Health Emergency Management within in the New Mexico Department of Health, and Cynthia Holmes who served as the coordinator for New Mexico’s Joint Information Center for the first 200 of the COVID response join CNA analysts Dawn Thomas and Eric Trabert. They discuss how lessons learned from Crimson Contagion shaped New Mexico’s response to COVID-19. How New Mexico Prepared for COVID-19 Biographies Dawn Thomas is the co-director of CNA’s Center for Emergency Management Operations . Dawn has written, executed and evaluated more

cna talks: Analysis in Combat: Desert Storm at Sea

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On this episode of Analysis in Combat, the stories of two CNA analysts who were assigned to command ships during Desert Storm. Robert Ward stationed aboard USS John F. Kennedy the flagship of the Red Sea Battle Force, commanded by Rear Admiral Mixson. And Steve Karppi stationed aboard USS America the flagship of Cruiser Destroyer Group Two, commanded by Rear Admiral Katz. Robert and Steve lived and worked alongside sailors, and analyzed Navy operations in real-time. On this episode of Analysis in Combat, you’ll hear about their research and the moment they realized it would impact the course of conflict. For more information about CNA’s analysis in Desert Storm please visit our Analysis in Combat page.

Analysis in Combat: Desert Storm at Sea On this episode of Analysis in Combat, the stories of two CNA analysts who were assigned to command ships during Desert Storm. Robert Ward stationed aboard ... and the moment they realized it would impact the course of conflict. For more information about CNA’s analysis in Desert Storm please visit our Analysis in Combat page. Analysis in Combat: Desert Storm at Sea Biographies Steven Karppi is an expert in organizational analyses, operations research, and real-world operations analysis. Karppi has more than 30 years of experience at CNA. Robert Ward

cna talks: Polar Politics: Great Power Competition in the Arctic and Antarctic

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On this episode of CNA Talks, we are bringing you the first episode of our new occasional series, “Polar Politics,” hosted by Josh Tallis. In this series, CNA experts will discuss the strategic implications of the Polar Regions, in an era of Great Power Competition.  Ralph Espach and Nilanthi Samaranayake sit down to discuss the current state of play in the Polar Regions, and how the major players are positioning themselves to protect their interests in the regions.

Polar Politics: Great Power Competition in the Arctic and Antarctic On this episode of CNA Talks, we are bringing you the first episode of our new occasional series, “Polar Politics,” hosted by Josh Tallis. In this series, CNA experts will discuss the strategic implications of the Polar Regions, in an era of Great Power Competition.  Ralph Espach and Nilanthi Samaranayake sit down to discuss ... and Antarctic Biographies Nilanthi Samaranayake   directs the Strategy and Policy Analysis Program. She has led several studies at CNA on Indian Ocean and South Asia security. Joshua Tallis

cna talks: Policing

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In a new occasional series on CNA’s policing programs, James “Chip” Coldren and Vivian Elliott sit down to discuss the capabilities of CNA’s Justice Group. Vivian lays out the group’s training and technical assistance programs including the Strategies for Policing Innovation initiative, the National Public Safety Partnership and the Body-Worn Camera Policy Implementation Program. Chip then discusses the program’s research projects, including efforts to increase officer safety and study the efficacy of body-worn cameras. Finally, the two discuss the Justice Group’s high-profile after-action report of an officer-involved shooting in Baltimore.

Policing In a new occasional series on CNA’s policing programs, James “Chip” Coldren and Vivian Elliott sit down to discuss the capabilities of CNA’s Justice Group. Vivian lays out the group’s ... after-action report of an officer-involved shooting in Baltimore. Policing Biographies James "Chip" Coldren   is the managing director of CNA’s Justice Group. He has worked alongside the U.S. ... effectiveness. Vivian Elliott   is the assistant director of CNA’s Justice Group. She is currently the project director for two national training and technical assistance programs for the Department

Impending Election Could Dramatically Shift Korean Relations

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South Korea's 2025 presidential election after President Yoon’s impeachment could greatly affect relations with the United States, Japan, China, and North Korea.

Reid Carita Reid is a research assistant in CNA’s China and Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Division  specializing in the Korean Peninsula. She and her colleague Tom Bickford are featured in a recent episode of the CNA Talks Podcast: South Korea: Martial Law and President Yoon’s Impeachment . Officially there is no election scheduled yet, but for most South Koreans, the question

Even "Havens” from Disaster Must Plan for the Improbable

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Disasters like Hurricane Helene are hitting far from typical high-risk areas. Emergency managers everywhere can plan for disruptions from unexpected disasters.

Havens from Disaster Must Plan for the Improbable Disasters like Hurricane Helene are hitting far from typical high-risk areas. Emergency managers everywhere can plan for disruptions from unexpected disasters. /images/InDepth/2024/11/hurricane-helene-road-closed.webp Even "Havens” from Disaster Must Plan for the Improbable /images/InDepth/2024/11/hurricane-helene-road-closed-metaimage.jpg Dawn Thomas and David Kaufman Dawn Thomas directs the CNA Center for Critical Incident Analysis . David Kaufman is vice president of CNA’s Safety and Security Division and a former associate

NATO’s Navies at 75: Five Operational Imperatives to Watch

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At NATO’s 75th anniversary, its navies are investing in five critical areas: surface ships, air defense, antisubmarine warfare, uncrewed platforms, and logistics.

NATO’s Navies at 75 At NATO’s 75th anniversary, its navies are investing in five critical areas: surface ships, air defense, antisubmarine warfare, uncrewed platforms, and logistics. /images/InDepth/2024/04/nato-sailors-flags-canada-frigate.webp NATO’s Navies at 75: Five Operational Imperatives to Watch Joshua Tallis Dr. Joshua Tallis is a CNA Senior Research Scientist. From 2021 to 2023, he served as the CNA field representative to the Commander of U.S. Sixth Fleet and Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO. Today marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the North Atlantic

Israel’s New Government is the Most Far-Right in its History

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San Plapinger examines how Benjamin Netanyahu’s new hardline government could impact the country’s relations with Jordan, Egypt, Bahrain and the UAE.

is a Research Scientist with CNA’s Special Activities and Intelligence Program . His work focuses on strategic competition, irregular warfare, fleet operations and Middle East security issues. From 2020 to 2022, Samuel served as the embedded CNA field representative to the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, conducting research and analysis for the senior U.S. Navy

Sources for Police Use of Force Data

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Daniel S. Lawrence and Hannah McLaurin provide a variety of resources to help analysts and policymakers find data on police use of force.

Sources for Police Use of Force Data Daniel S. Lawrence and Hannah McLaurin provide a variety of resources to help analysts and policymakers find data on police use of force. /images/InDepth/Cop%20in%20Mask%20resized.jpg Sources for Police Use of Force Data Daniel S. Lawrence & Hannah McLaurin Daniel Lawrence is a Research Scientist Center for CNA’s Justice Research and Innovation. Hannah McLaurin is a CNA System Engineer for CNA's Center for Data Management and Analytics . Recent social movements for police reform have highlighted the lack of data collected or publicly available