Stories by Christine Spolar

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

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

Flaws in Iraqi Police Contract Raise Questions About Afghan Effort

A recent report by the special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction deems Iraq's $2.5 billion reconstruction effort "vulnerable to waste and fraud."
Posted on Jan 25, 2010, Source: The Huffington Post Investigative Fund

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

Soft drink makers, supermarket companies, agriculture and the fast-food business have poured millions into campaigning against taxes on sweetened beverages.
Posted on Nov 10, 2009, Source: The Huffington Post Investigative Fund