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The Modern Necessity of an Educated Military: A Case Study of Liberia:
The professionalization of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) is often cited as a global success story in Security Sector Reform (SSR).
By: Austin S....
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Rebuilding Liberia’s Defense: Reviving the 1986 Framework to Strengthen Civilian Oversight, Professionalize the AFL, and Drive National Development
Liberia has long maintained close historical and doctrinal ties with the United States military, and a coherent reform of its national defense architecture would...
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Overcoming Poverty: A Fundamental Human Right and Dignity for All:
"You can not draw a line between poverty because almost every one of us has endured it. I have firsthand experience of poverty during...
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The Diverging Paths of Post-Civil War Nations: A Call for Critical Reflection in Liberia:
Liberia’s journey from the 2003 peace accord to the present day is often framed as a "diverging path"—a choice between a future of institutional...
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Politics as a Tool for Building Unity: The Perils of Misinterpretation and Division in Liberian Political Discourse:
A popular African proverb: "A lion does not turn around when a small or stray dog barks."
This sentiment is widely used in motivational contexts...
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Comparing Governance and Talent Development: A Global Perspective:
Governance (the systems, laws, and structures of leadership) and talent development (the cultivation of human potential) from a global perspective, highlighting how they interact...
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The Importance of Vision and Positivity in National Development:
Vision and positivity are crucial for national development, turning abstract goals into tangible progress through shared purpose and optimism.
“Vision without action is merely a...
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The Diaspora Does Not Live Here — But Liberia Lives Through Them
President Joseph Boakai’s reported statement — “They don’t live here; we live here. We know what we want for our people” — may have...