China’s 70th anniversary, why women belong in wargaming, challenges facing U.S. Army families, and more.

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China’s 70th anniversary, why women belong in wargaming, challenges facing U.S. Army families, and more.

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We discuss what the future holds for China; the importance of gender diversity in wargaming; how Army families address life’s challenges; al Shabaab in Somalia; and preparing for the future of fentanyl. For more information on this week’s episode, visit rand.org/podcast.

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Oct 4, 2019

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