From time to time, analytic working papers are generated to explore selected aspects of the International Futures (IFs) modeling system. Some are used to test aspects of the model, while others become foundations for larger research efforts and writing projects. Many evolve over time, so it is important to note working paper numbers and dates when using and citing the papers.
Full Citation: Meisel, C., & Mckee, K. (2023, September 24). Coups are making a comeback. The Hill. https://thehill.com/opinion/international/4201818-coups-are-making-a-comeback/
Meisel, C., Moyer, J., Burrows, M. J., & Petry, C. (2023, August 6). The Russian Invasion of Ukraine Is Boosting the Potential for U.S. Influence Abroad. https://www.lawfaremedia.org/article/russian-invasion-ukraine-boosting-potential-us-influence-abroad
Full Citation: Meisel, C., & Szymanski-Burgos, A. (2023, December 2). Why Many Nigeriens Want Russia in and the West Out. Time Magazine. https://time.com/6301177/niger-african-support-russia/
Full Citation: Meisel, C., & McKee, K. (2023, August 2). The trouble with labeling China an 'enemy'. Time Magazine. https://thehill.com/opinion/international/4131578-the-trouble-with-labeling-china-an-enemy/
Full Citation: Meisel, C. (2023, July 19). The Pentagon is the wrong agency to lead the new US deterrence strategy. Defense One. https://www.defenseone.com/ideas/2023/07/pentagon-wrong-agency-lead-new-us-deterrence-strategy/388676/
Full Citation: Meisel, Collin J., Caleb L. Petry, Jonathan D. Moyer, and Mathew Burrows. n.d. “Spheres of Influence in the Coming Decades: Four Alternative Scenarios.” Stimson.