And although the United States still refuses to become a full-fledged member of the International Criminal Court, it has begun to play a supporting role.

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However, government has a legitimate and vital role to play in supporting an infrastructure encouraging of commerce, setting minimum standards for business conduct, incentivising desirable policies and practices, and penalising those who do not abide by societal norms.

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"We are honored to play a supporting role in the federal government's effort to become a model of sustainability, " GW President Steven Knapp said.

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