To prevent another world war : truth detection
The argument is simple: given matched power, at any level from maximal armament to none at all, opposing nations will resort to actual warfare overwhelmingly as a result of mistrust of the other or of misunderstanding resulting from false information-either suspected or actual. My solution is to insure that public or other official statements made by key figures are indeed true. This can be done with available lie detection techniques if national leaders will submit to them. Given an agreement to try, the operational procedures and instrumental techniques could readily be tested and perfected in real life situations of lesser moment than international warfare.
AN ASSESSMENT OF LIE DETECTION CAPABILITY (DECLASSIFIED VERSION)
Abstract : The effectiveness of the polygraph method of lie detection is evaluated. In this technique, the physiological responses of a person being interrogated are observed to provide a basis for inferring whether or not an attempt has been made to deceive the interrogator. The major finding is that, although the method of lie detection has been used extensively and is regarded favorably by its practitioners, the degree of its validity is still not known. This situation is the result of a failure to collect objective data necessary to assess the effectiveness of this method of interrogation. The report describes the methodological problems which must be faced in order to collect meaningful data, recommends research which should be undertaken to increase our understanding of this technology, and makes suggestions for improving professional standards in this area.
Evaluating Cultural Authenticity in Multicultural Picture Books: A Collaborative Analysis for Diversity Education
This study examines cultural authenticity reflected in multicultural picture books. Specifically, this study attempts to reframe issues surrounding the topic of cultural authenticity based on a systematic and empirical analysis of picture books that represent three different ethnic groups: African Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanic Americans. A total of forty-five systematically selected picture books that represent fifteen books per ethnic group were selected and evaluated by multiple reviewers who were insiders of the culture. A coding scheme was developed to evaluate each book in terms of profile of major and minor characters, settings of the story, stereotypical features, and cultural authenticity. An in-depth evaluation of all selected books was added by a team of three reviewers in order to validate the results of the coded analysis. This study aims to shed light on library youth services and diversity education in a society with increasing ethnic diversity.