Robert D Feinman - Essays on Social PolicyMusings on Society and Public PolicyThe Fourth Branch of Government- May 18, 2008 In the US the military establishment has effectively become the fourth branch of government. Not only does it control the largest fraction of spending, but its allies in business and congress ensure that there is little risk of its power being reined in. Civilian "control" is illusory.http://robertdfeinman.com/society/4_branch.html Humanitarian "warfare"- May 18, 2008 When dictatorial regimes govern to the detriment of the bulk of the population there is a need for international humanitarian intervention. This essay discussess the criteria for determining when such cases exist.http://robertdfeinman.com/society/humanitarian_warfare.html |