SecurityCommentary
Too Early to Judge the Fate of Pentagon Reform Efforts
If you hired a trainer to lose 50 pounds, would you fire him after two weeks if you’d lost only 5? Now, imagine being asked… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Remembering Gen. Edward Charles ‘Shy’ Meyer
America lost an esteemed Army leader this past Tuesday with the death of Gen. Edward Charles “Shy” Meyer. Meyer, who died at 91, served his… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The Status of US Military Power in 2020
America’s competitors are developing and deploying new technologies that will make their conventional forces far more effective in open combat. The question before Congress is:… Read More
SecurityCommentary
At 245 Years Old, the Navy Embodies a Culture of Innovation, Fraternity, and Courage
Our Navy celebrates its 245th year today, Oct. 13. In its long history, its achievements have been remarkable and have embodied the virtues of innovation,… Read More
SecurityCommentary
How China Is Overtaking the US With World’s No. 1 Navy
Chinese shipbuilders have produced more than 100 warships in the past 10 years, a build rate easily outstripping that of the U.S. Navy. The Chinese… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The Iran-North Korea Axis Rides On
On just about any list of international “bad actors,” North Korea and Iran certainly make the cut—and any news of them working together (and likely… Read More
SecurityAnalysis
America Locked in Cold War With China, Former Navy Secretary Says
Former Navy Secretary J. William Middendorf says America has entered a new cold war with China. Middendorf, author of the new book “The Great Nightfall:… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Understanding the Chinese Challenge to the United States
This article is an excerpt from the “2020 Mandate for Leadership: A Clear Vision for the Next Administration.” It looks back at policy decisions made… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Coast Guard Icebreaker Fire Dramatizes US Polar Security Gap Years in Making
A fire aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy on its way to a research mission in the Arctic late last month forced the Coast Guard to… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Strengthening America’s Armed Forces
This article is an excerpt from the “2020 Mandate for Leadership: A Clear Vision for the Next Administration.” It looks back at policy decisions made… Read More
SecurityCommentary
On 73rd Anniversary, Air Force Flies Higher Than Ever
Sept. 18 marks the birthday of the U.S. Air Force and, at the ripe old age of 73, it has enjoyed a journey like few… Read More
International Analysis
Greenland Is More Important to America’s Interests Than You Might Think
Greenland plays an important role within America’s economic and military interests. Carla Sands, the U.S. ambassador to Denmark, joins the show to explain Greenland’s significance… Read More
SecurityCommentary
For More Security at Less Cost, Buy More F-35s
Since its conceptual inception, the F-35 fighter jet has been known as an extremely expensive aircraft that can fill multiple roles. This high-priced “Swiss Army… Read More
SocietyAnalysis
For 7 Days, We Remember Our Past to Secure Our Future
Patriot Week, launched in 2009, is a week dedicated to honoring America’s past and studying its founding principles. Every year, Sept. 11 marks the first… Read More
SecurityCommentary
US Troop Withdrawals From Iraq and Afghanistan Show Progress in Resolving ‘Endless Wars’
The announcement Wednesday of U.S. troop withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan marks another step forward by President Donald Trump to give the two nations greater responsibility to… Read More
InternationalCommentary
In Choosing a New Prime Minister, Japan Should Elect a Champion for US Alliance
Washington strongly supported Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s national security and foreign policies. Now that Abe will be resigning before the end of his term… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Saying Goodbye, Sort of, to Germany
President Donald Trump recently ordered a 12,000-troop reduction in American military personnel stationed in Germany. That leaves about 24,000 American soldiers still in the country…. Read More
SecurityCommentary
‘Great Nightfall’ Provides Extraordinary Overview of Military Challenges Facing America
Americans who want to better understand the complex threats the United States faces might assume that they need to read at least several books to… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Administration Ramps Up Use of Defense Production Act
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Trump administration was criticized for not using the Defense Production Act quickly enough or in sufficient… Read More
SecurityCommentary
On Purple Heart Day, How a Medal Rewards Acts of Love
The first time I was wounded, I bled little and required no serious treatment, but the soldier next to me, who bore the full brunt… Read More
SecurityCommentary
House, Senate Defense Authorization Votes Are Rare, Welcome Show of Bipartisanship
The House of Representatives and the Senate approved their respective versions of the National Defense Authorization Act last week. Both passed with strong bipartisan support…. Read More
SecurityCommentary
Mindless Defense Cut Loses Big in Congress
The Congressional Progressive Caucus introduced a measure in both the Senate and the House to cut the U.S. defense budget by 10%. The proposed amendment… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The Effect of Coronavirus on the US Military
When most people think about the military and the coronavirus, they think of stories such as the hospital ship, USNS Comfort, deploying to New York… Read More
SecurityCommentary
House Panel Forgets ‘Water’s Edge,’ Again OKs Partisan Defense Bill
The House Appropriations Committee approved its fiscal year 2021 funding bill for the Department of Defense on July 14 on a straight party-line vote of… Read More
SecurityCommentary
House Committee Shows Strong Bipartisanship in Approving National Defense Authorization Act
The House Armed Services Committee last week unanimously approved its version of the National Defense Authorization Act, with all 56 members who were present voting… Read More
SecurityCommentary
How We Will Ward Off 21st Century Adversaries
This article is part of a series on the importance of achieving peace through strength and keeping U.S. national security strong. Both long have been… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Independence Day Is a Time to Reaffirm That America Must Stay Strong to Preserve Peace
This is an article in a series on the importance of achieving peace through strength and keeping U.S. national security strong. Both long have been… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Problematic Women: Sen. Martha McSally, Air Force’s First Female Combat Pilot, on ‘Doing Things Afraid’
Sen. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., was the first female Air Force pilot to fly in combat and to command a fighter squadron. McSally joins “Problematic Women”… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Don’t Allow a Vocal Fringe Minority to Cut Our Much-Needed Defense Investments
This is one in a series on the importance of achieving peace through strength and keeping U.S. national security strong. Both long have been Heritage Foundation… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Uncertain Times Are When We Most Need Steady Defenders. So Why Hurt the Pentagon Now?
This is one in a series on the importance of achieving peace through strength and keeping U.S. national security strong. Both long have been Heritage… Read More
