The Future of Violence - Robots and Germs, Hackers and Drones
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The terrifying new role of technology in a world at war
Benjamin Wittes Book order
Benjamin Wittes is a Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at The Brookings Institution. He co-founded and co-writes the influential Lawfare blog, devoted to non-ideological discussion of hard national security choices. Wittes specialized in legal affairs as an editorial writer for The Washington Post. His writing has also appeared in a wide range of journals and magazines.
- 2016
- 2015
Speaking the Law: The Obama Administration's Addresses on National Security Law
- 552 pages
- 20 hours of reading
The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Obama administration's speeches on national security legal issues, presenting a comprehensive overview of legal and policy positions. It examines various contested principles, highlighting both domestic and international perspectives. By bringing these speeches together for the first time, the authors shed light on the complexities and nuances of the administration's approach to national security law.
- 2009
This book provides a thorough evaluation of contemporary laws governing warfare, addressing the complexities introduced by the Age of Terror. It offers a thoughtful and pragmatic guide for navigating the future of freedom, emphasizing the balance between security and civil liberties. Through its analysis, the author explores the implications of evolving legal frameworks on individual rights and societal values in a rapidly changing global landscape.
- 2006
The book delves into the decline of the judicial nominations process over the past fifty years, highlighting its implications for judicial independence. Wittes utilizes extensive reporting and interviews to reveal how institutional changes in Congress have influenced this evolution, moving beyond typical partisan blame. He advocates for fundamental reforms to shield the judiciary from the increasingly toxic political environment, emphasizing the need to restore integrity and independence to judicial appointments.