Letter from the Editors: May 25, 2021
The editorial board of Represent reflects on the one year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder.
Tag: Diversity
A Call for Persistence
Simone Williams reflects on the intersection of racism and national security, and the need to invest time, funding, and intention to fully achieve equality and inclusion in the national security community.
Statement from the Editors on the March 16, 2021 Attacks in Atlanta, Georgia
We are deeply grieved and appalled by the March 16 shootings in Atlanta, GA that took the lives of eight women and men, including six Asian-Americans, from their families, friends, and community.
Indigenous Representation in National Security
In this article, Gabriella Gricius addresses the need for more Indigenous representation in the national security field and how Indigenous voices can provide vital recommendations to policymakers.
Statement from the Editors on the Attack on the Capitol of January 6, 2021
Like other Americans, we were appalled by the seditious attack on the Capitol last Wednesday. We watched as the mob’s disregard for the Constitution and democracy threatened the safety of elected government servants, congressional staff, and law enforcement officers. At least five people have died as a consequence of these actions. But the sickening element…
What Americans Can Do to Address Bias and Structural Racism in the U.S. Foreign Affairs and National Security Workforce
In Part II of a two-part article for the series, Tony Johnson offers ideas to address structural racism and bias in America’s national security workforce.
How I Got Here
In her article for “Represent,” Wardah Amir shares her story and struggles of a being a Muslim American joining the U.S. national security community and offers hope for creating a more diverse and inclusive field.
What Russian Meddling Teaches Us About America
Terrell Jermaine Starr provides historical examples of Russia exploiting pre-existing racial tensions in the United States and argues that America will continue to be vulnerable until it course-corrects from its racist past and present.
Transphobia and National Security
Shawn Skelly presents the data about transgender Americans and explains why banning them from military service affects more than just the military.
Our Achilles’ Heel
In her piece for the “Represent” series, Beverly Kirk addresses how Russian influence exploited America’s racial divide, and while media literacy can help combat influence campaigns racism will continue to be a vulnerability until it is addressed.