Commentary
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Nov- 2023 -29 November
Lessons the US Marine Corps Should Learn From Gaza and Ukraine
The elimination of the Marine Corps tank force and reduction in infantry battalions have left the service ill-prepared for conflicts like those in Ukraine or Gaza.
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17 November
Should America Start Testing Nuclear Weapons Again?
If Russia conducts a nuclear test, the US should also conduct limited tests to maintain weapon reliability, showcase capabilities for deterrence, and signal readiness for defense.
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8 November
How Drones Are Leveling the Playing Field for Middle Powers
Drones possess transformational potential for middle powers and non-state actors, who may otherwise have limited or virtually non-existent airpower.
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Oct- 2023 -27 October
How to End the US Marine Corps’ Intellectual Civil War
An independent organization must evaluate the US Marine Corps’ strategic plan, Force Design 2030, to help resolve internal strife about its effectiveness.
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23 October
Trashing Energy Needs: A Case for Expanded Plasma Gasification Use by the US Military
Plasma gasification holds the potential to revolutionize how the military approaches sustainability, energy resilience, and waste management.
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18 October
How China’s 5G Gambit Threatens US National Security
Allowing China to deploy robust 5G infrastructure before the US does could leave the nation vulnerable to a wide range of cybersecurity attacks.
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13 October
Ukraine Invented the Drone War. The US Can’t Fight One Without Chinese Equipment
Establishing US leadership in drone manufacturing will be challenging, but now is the time to ensure America can fight a drone war if it ever has to.
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2 October
Veterans Shouldn’t Face New Restrictions on Filing Disability Claims
Veterans should be able to access earned benefits without getting tangled up in complex paperwork and bureaucracy.
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Sep- 2023 -22 September
How to Fix the Dearth of US Cyber Professionals Impacting National Security
The shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the United States is a pressing concern with far-reaching national security implications.
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Aug- 2023 -25 August
After Dreadnought Subs, UK Must Integrate Nuclear Airborne Capabilities
The UK should proactively safeguard its interests and NATO commitments by diversifying its nuclear delivery platforms.
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