Howard J. Shatz

Angel Rabasa

Douglas Farah

Peter Chalk

Christopher M. Schnaubelt

Gregory Midgette

This report presents operational characteristics of transnational criminal networks originating in South America, identifies U.S. government policies and programs to counter these networks, and examines the military's role in that context.

Countering the Expansion of Transnational Criminal Networks

Counternetwork

Through an analysis of transnational criminal networks originating in South America, this report presents operational characteristics of these networks, strategic alliances they have established, and the multiple threats that they pose to U.S. interests and to the stability of the countries where they operate. It also identifies U.S. government policies and programs to counter these networks and examines the military’s role in that context.

Mark Kleiman

Jonathan P. Caulkins

Robert J. MacCoun

Rosalie Liccardo Pacula

Beau Kilmer

Pat Oglesby

Peter H. Reuter

Marijuana legalization is a controversial and multifaceted issue that is now the subject of serious debate. In May 2014, Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin signed a bill requiring the Secretary of Administration to produce a report about various consequences of legalizing marijuana. This resulting report provides a foundation for thinking about the various consequences of different policy options while being explicit about the uncertainties involved.

Insights for Vermont and Other Jurisdictions

Considering Marijuana Legalization

Gregory Midgette

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