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Articles by Hilary Matfess

Gen. Odierno in Djibouti

Increased American Military Presence May Undermine Good Governance Efforts in Africa

Hilary Matfess October 28, 2013 Hilary Matfess

Increased partnerships with the world’s foremost democracy may undermine the democratic process by reducing the importance of public opinion, increasing ‘rent seeking behavior’ in governments, and strengthening autocratic aspects of governments in Africa.

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