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RAND Congressional Briefings connect RAND experts with lawmakers, legislative staff, and respected opinion leaders on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., to present findings and recommendations on issues relevant to the current policy debate.

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2009

The Socioeconomic, Health, Safety, and Education Disparities Faced by Boys and Men of Color in California – Mar. 24, 2009

Discusses the large disparities between boys and men of color in California compared with their white counterparts across four broad domains — socioeconomic, health, safety, and ready to learn.

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60 Ways RAND Has Made a Difference – Jan. 30, 2009

RAND has helped to improve policy and decisionmaking in countless ways over the past 60 years. An interactive book reflects on sixty of those notable contributions.

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2008

RAND 60th Anniversary Timeline – Dec. 10, 2008

Explore RAND's legacy of groundbreaking work in an interactive timeline spanning 60 years of influential research and analysis.

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Video Series

2009

The Impact of Deployment on the Post-Deployment Labor Market Earnings of Reservists — Nov. 9, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on November 9, 2009, senior economist David Loughran presents findings about whether reservists who served in Iraq and Afghanistan suffer economic hardship in their post-deployment years because of lost civilian work experience, injury, and other difficulties adjusting to civilian work life.

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U.S. Policy in Afghanistan: Basic Questions — Strategic Choices — Oct. 29, 2009

On October 29, 2009, the RAND Center for Middle East Public Policy convened a half-day symposium of experts — including Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski, Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, Ambassador James Dobbins, Senator Carl Levin, and others — and journalists to address assumptions and alternatives for U.S. policy in Afghanistan.

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Ending Social Promotion: Examining the Effects of NYC's 5th-Grade Promotion Policy — Oct. 19, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on October 19, 2009, researchers Jennifer McCombs and Lou Mariano discuss RAND's recently published evaluation of a test-based promotion policy implemented by the New York City Department of Education. The findings will be of interest as many states and school districts are implementing test-based requirements for promotion at key transitional points in students' schooling careers, thus ending the practice of promoting students who have failed to meet academic standards and requirements for that grade.

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Forerunner of the Internet: Early RAND Work in Distributed Networks and Packet Switching (1960-1965) — Oct. 6, 2009

At a recent RAND Alumni Association event, RAND alumnus Paul Baran discussed his work on distributed networks and packet switching.

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The H1N1 Pandemic: Lessons Learned from the Cities Readiness Initiative — Sep. 14, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on September 14, 2009, researchers Christopher Nelson and Edward Chan discuss RAND's recently published evaluation of the Cities Readiness Initiative, which helps the nation's largest metropolitan areas develop the ability to rapidly deliver life-saving medications and other medical supplies to their populations. The study has implications for pandemic influenza and other federal public health preparedness programs.

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Options for Controlling Health Care Spending in Massachusetts — Aug. 17, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on August 17, 2009, economist Christine Eibner presents findings about which strategies to reduce health care spending in Massachusetts are most (and least) promising. Lessons learned in this Massachusetts study are broadly applicable and could help Congress navigate cost containment proposals in the ongoing health reform debate.

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Reparable Harm: Assessing Disparities Faced by Boys and Men of Color in California — Aug. 10, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on August 10, 2009, Rebecca Kilburn, director of the Promising Practices Network on Children, Families and Communities and of RAND Child Policy, discusses the disparities for boys and men of color relative to their white counterparts across specific socioeconomic, health, safety, and school readiness indicators in California.

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U.S.-U.K. Conference on Behavioral Finance and Public Policy — Jul. 30, 2009

The U.S.-U.K. Conference on Behavioral Finance and Public Policy held on May 1, 2009, highlighted new ideas that will help consumers make better financial decisions and achieve better outcomes.

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RAND 60th Anniversary Overview — Jul. 13, 2009

RAND research and analysis has helped to improve policy and decisionmaking for more than 60 years. This video shows some of the highlights of RAND's work in celebration of its 60th Anniversary.

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The Economic Cost of Methamphetamine Use in the United States — Jul. 13, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on July 13, 2009, Rosalie Liccardo Pacula, codirector of the RAND Drug Policy Research Center, presents the results of the first comprehensive national assessment of the annual economic burden posed by methamphetamine use.

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Engaging Iran: Opportunities and Obstacles — Jun. 9, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on June 8, 2009, Ambassador David Aaron, director of the RAND Center for Middle East Public Policy, moderates a discussion on Iran, one of the United States' most critical and high-profile foreign policy concerns.

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Imported Oil and U.S. National Security — May 11, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing held on May 11, 2009, Keith Crane, director of the RAND Environment, Energy, and Economic Development Program, leads a discussion on the links between oil imports and U.S. national security.

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The Arc: An Overview — Apr. 16, 2009

This video overview presents key aspects of The Arc, an exploration of options for strengthening the physical infrastructure for a new Palestinian state.

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What Constitutes an Effective Approach to Limiting Greenhouse Gases? — Apr. 13, 2009

In this Congressional Briefing, Michael Toman, former director of the RAND Environment, Energy, and Economic Development Program, moderates a discussion on greenhouse gases.

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The 15th Annual RAND Summer Institute — Mar. 26, 2009

The RAND Summer Institute (RSI) consists of conferences addressing critical issues facing our aging population.

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Gregory F. Treverton Discusses Film Piracy, Organized Crime, and Terrorism — Mar. 03, 2009

Gregory F. Treverton discusses how organized crime is increasingly involved in the piracy of feature films, with syndicates active along the entire supply chain from manufacture to street sales of pirated movies.

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2008

Webinar: Quality Improvement Strategies for Public Health Emergency Preparedness — Dec. 10, 2008

In a webinar given on November 19th 2008, researchers from the RAND Center for Public Health Preparedness provide guidance on applying quality improvement (QI) methods to public health emergency preparedness.

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Anita Chandra Discusses "Does Watching Sex on Television Predict Teen Pregnancy?" — Nov. 3, 2008

Anita Chandra discusses first study to demonstrate a link between exposure to sexual content on TV and subsequently becoming pregnant or being responsible for a pregnancy before the age of 20.

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Lynn E. Davis Discusses "Individual Preparedness" — Sep. 19, 2008

Individual preparedness is an important element of our nation's strategy for homeland security. Lynn E. Davis examines a scenario-driven approach that provides a rigorous way to identify actions-linked specifically to terrorist attacks-individuals can take to protect their health and safety.

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The Arc: A Formal Structure For a Palestinian State — Aug. 26, 2008

Building on analyses that RAND conducted between 2002 and 2004, this presentation explores the options for strengthening the physical infrastructure of a potential future independent Palestinian state.

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Brian Michael Jenkins Discusses "Will Terrorists Go Nuclear?" — Aug. 6, 2008

Offering insights into vital questions of national security, presidential decisionmaking, and terrorist motives, world-renowned terrorism expert Brian Michael Jenkins examines how terrorists think about nuclear weapons and nuclear terror.

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The Quality of Health Care for America's Children — Feb. 4, 2008

In a policy luncheon hosted by the Promising Practices Network and the RAND Corporation, Dr. Elizabeth McGlynn presented research findings and recommendations related to the quality of pediatric health care in the United States. Video of the event is available online.

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2007

James A. Thomson, President and Chief Executive Officer, RAND Corporation – Jul. 25, 2007

A discussion of RAND's role as an independent, nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decisionmaking through objective research and analysis with a focus on providing nonpartisan information for members of Congress and theirs staffs.

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Effective State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) Policy — Jul. 19, 2007

In a policy forum hosted by the Promising Practices Network and Kansas Action for Children, top experts from around the country shared research and practice knowledge related to federal and state SCHIP policy. Video of the event is available online.

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James Dobbins on "The Beginner's Guide to Nation-Building" – Feb. 16, 2007

James Dobbins discusses The Beginner's Guide to Nation-Building, a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for successful post-conflict stabilization and reconstruction.

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2006

Brian Michael Jenkins Discusses "Unconquerable Nation" – Oct. 10, 2006

Brian Michael Jenkins discusses important questions addressed in his latest book, including: 1) Are Americans overly fearful of terrorism? 2) What has the United States done wrong in the war on terrorism? and 3) Is it necessary to curtail civil liberties in the United States to combat terrorism?

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Audio Series

2009

The Public Option: Sorting Rhetoric from Reality Audio Commentary – Sep. 04, 2009

President Obama and several Congressional leaders have recently expressed support for the idea of allowing citizens to buy into a public insurance program as part of any health reform legislation. The intensity of the ensuing debate has been fascinating given the lack of specifics that have been offered by either side.

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Iran's Real Winners: The Revolutionary Guards Audio Commentary – Jul. 02, 2009

Despite the huge protests on the streets of Tehran, Iranian President Ahmadinejad has once again triumphed. A relative newcomer to Iranian politics, Ahmadinejad's re-election and subsequent crackdown on the demonstrators suggest that the Iranian political system is moving in a new and potentially dangerous direction.

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2008

Achievement and Attainment in Chicago Charter Schools Conference Call with Media – May 07, 2008

RAND experts field questions from the media on the report Achievement and Attainment in Chicago Charter Schools.

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Invisible Wounds Conference Call with Media – Apr. 17, 2008

RAND experts field questions from the media on the report Invisible Wounds of War: Psychological and Cognitive Injuries, Their Consequences, and Services to Assist Recovery.

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No Child Left Behind Panel Discussion – Jan. 9, 2008

RAND researchers and experts in the field discuss the implementation and effectiveness of No Child Left Behind (NCLB).

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On The Web

2009

Why Strategic Cyber Warfare Shouldn't Be a Military Priority — Oct. 24, 2009

Martin C. Libicki, a senior management scientist at the RAND Corporation, discusses why strategic cyber warfare should not be a military priority, in an interview with GovInfoSecurity.

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Pittsburgh Prepares to Host G-20 Summit — Sep. 23, 2009

Susan S. Everingham, director of the RAND Pittsburgh office, details how Pittsburgh was chosen to host a major international conference and the preparations underway.

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Why Pittsburgh, PA — Sep. 22, 2009

Susan S. Everingham, director of the RAND Pittsburgh office, explains why the RAND Corporation selected Pittsburgh, PA as the location for their third principal U.S. office.

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RAND, the G-20, and Pittsburgh — Sep. 21, 2009

RAND Pittsburgh Director Susan Everingham and World Affairs Council President Dr. Schuyler Foerster discuss the G-20 summit and its significance to Pittsburgh, PA.

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Elizabeth McGlynn Discusses Health Care Reform Legislation — Sep. 17, 2009

Elizabeth A. McGlynn, associate director of RAND Health, offers insights on the Senate Finance Committee's health care reform legislation.

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Objectives and Weaknesses Differ in Afghanistan and Iraq (World Focus Online) – Aug. 19, 2009

In an interview with World Focus Online, RAND Senior Political Scientist Nora Bensahel explains the differences between the conflicts and objectives in Afghanistan and Iraq.

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In the Graveyard of Empires: America's War in Afghanistan (MSNBC Morning Joe) – Aug. 03, 2009

In an interview with MSNBC Morning Joe, RAND Afghanistan expert Seth G. Jones discusses his new book, In the Graveyard of Empires: America's War in Afghanistan, and how the U.S. military will know when to withdraw from Afghanistan.

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Pirate Threats on U.S. Companies (Fox Business) – Apr. 13, 2009

RAND Maritime Piracy Expert Peter Chalk, in a Fox Business interview, offers insights on whether the successful rescue of captain Richard Phillips will be a deterrent for pirates.

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New Strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan (Inside Story, Al Jazeera) – Mar. 30, 2009

In an Al Jazeera Inside Story report, RAND expert Cheryl Benard and two other analysts provide insights into the Obama Administration's new strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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Report Offers Policy Suggestions For Afghanistan (NPR's All Things Considered) – Feb. 18, 2009

Middle East expert Seth G. Jones discusses a new report titled Securing Afghanistan for the U.S. Institute of Peace on weaknesses in the Afghan security environment.

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2008

Select Sites Targeted in the Mumbai Attacks (NPR's Talk of the Nation) – Dec. 2, 2008

In this episode of NPR's Talk of the Nation, RAND expert Brian Michael Jenkins discussed the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, and how and why the gunmen chose their specific list of targets.

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Mumbai Attacks Raise Questions on India's Ability to Combat Terror (PBS NewsHour Podcast) – Nov 28, 2008

In a PBS Online NewsHour interview, RAND expert C. Christine Fair examined the government's response to terrorist attacks in Mumbai and what it means for larger security issues.

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