Those who fear the effects of radiation always focus on cancer. But the most frightening and serious consequences of radiation are genetic. Cancer is just…

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No one likes to suffer from internet trolls and sadly these keyboard warriors seem to be a group that is increasing in numbers. At a…

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One of the most effective ways to combat poverty among current and future generations is to maintain a full employment economy. The point should be…

University of Illinois College of Law, Women’s Law Symposium, March 9, 2016 The author won two Orders from the International Court of Justice overwhelmingly in…

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