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To Speed Recruits, U.S. Cuts Afghan Police Training to 6 Weeks

Posted on Mar 15, 2010, Source: The Huffington Post Investigative Fund

As the U.S. tries to pass off security roles to locals, they've cut Afghan police training to six weeks. The decision was prompted by shortages of training camps and instructors.

Flaws in Iraqi Police Contract Raise Questions About Afghan Effort

Posted on Jan 25, 2010, Source: The Huffington Post Investigative Fund

A recent report by the special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction deems Iraq's $2.5 billion reconstruction effort "vulnerable to waste and fraud."

Soda Helps Make Americans Unhealthy and Fat -- Will Soda Tax Prevail Despite Pushback by Beverage Industry?

Posted on Nov 10, 2009, Source: The Huffington Post Investigative Fund

Soft drink makers, supermarket companies, agriculture and the fast-food business have poured millions into campaigning against taxes on sweetened beverages.
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