http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/keyword/military-aid Inquiries Journal provides undergraduate and graduate students around the world a platform for the wide dissemination of academic work over a range of core disciplines. en-us Mon, 18 May 2026 06:58:47 -0400 Mon, 18 May 2026 06:58:47 -0400 http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1225/militarization-of-aid-and-its-implications-for-colombia By Ian King - Military training can include lessons on human rights practices as well as teaching respect for international law, both of which typically yield positive results.14 The US government can also provide incentives to follow its message of promoting democratic ideals by refusing assistance to governments known to engage in corruption. In 2005, the State Department denounced certain parts of the Colombian Armed Forces because of its known cooperation with corrupt rightwing paramilitary forces.15 This incentive to promote human rights stems from the Leahy Amendment, which prohibits the US government... Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:00 EDT http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1225/militarization-of-aid-and-its-implications-for-colombia