Regulating US Private Security Contractors
This book explores different aspects of the regulation of private security contractors working for governments. The author specifically examines the US, identifying the obstacles that have hindered US regulatory outcomes. Theoretical discussions, supporte
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Regulating US Private Security Contractors
Jovana Jezdimirovic Ranito
Regulating US Private Security Contractors
Jovana Jezdimirovic Ranito Department of History and International Relations University of Porto Porto, Portugal
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To my daughter, Carolina
Acknowledgements
This book would not be possible without the help from my family, friends, colleagues, and organizations. I own deep appreciation to the University of Coimbra, which installed in me, as in many others, to think critically and question everything. The incentive and support I got there for the early version of this manuscript was essential to be where I am today. Another special thanks goes to the American University, Washington, DC, which welcomed my stay as a researcher, which was essential for completing the interviews. There are many scholars I wish to thank; those who steered my research, both directly or through our conversations. I would specially like to thank Deborah Avant, Molly Dunnigan, Sean McFate, Kimberly Brown, T. X. Hammes, and Doug Brooks for their time and thoughts. Special gratitude to David Isenberg and Rebecca DeWinter-Schmitt, who generously commented on the earlier versions of the manuscript, and called out imperfections. Your input and comments have been very appreciated. I own deepest appreciation
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