Commentary
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Oct- 2021 -25 October
Reflections on Afghanistan: Reestablishing American Security
American national security experts and senior military leaders must evaluate military actions with stronger consideration of the public opinion.
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20 October
Mentorship in the US Military: A Necessity, Not a Myth
In a military transitioning its focus from counter-insurgency to global peacekeeping, mentorship within the ranks is more necessary than ever.
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6 October
20 Years of Counterterrorism: Are We Getting Safer?
While the US has staved off a repeat of September 11, the country clearly has a long way ahead and some pressing challenges to resolve.
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4 October
Biden’s Bold Antitrust Agenda Faces Early Test With Defense Industry
The FTC and Pentagon must block Lockheed Martin's proposed acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne and avoid Lockheed from cornering the market on missile technology.
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Sep- 2021 -24 September
JADC2 Must Leverage Core Defense Contractors for Success
To maintain its technological dominance, the US requires a new strategic paradigm to ensure security in the coming decades.
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21 September
Ethiopia’s Conflict: Will Negotiations With the TPLF Work?
Ethiopia will not succumb to its authoritarian past but rather the people’s government will succeed in charting a course for the soul of the nation.
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7 September
Two Lessons About Jihadists in Afghanistan the US Is Overlooking
If the Biden Administration continues to neglect important lessons with respect to jihadists in Afghanistan, it could contribute to an increase in overseas attacks.
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2 September
Getting It Wrong in Ethiopia’s Tigray
Western policy that calls for an immediate ceasefire in Ethiopia, greater humanitarian access, and talks between the federal government and the TPLF is failing and making things worse.
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Aug- 2021 -27 August
The National Guard Should Boost Retention With AI
Making full use of data analytics and artificial intelligence would be cost-effective in increasing the National Guard's retention, which is necessary to ensure ongoing security.
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25 August
America Must Stay the Course on Its Air Tanker Acquisition Strategy
The US Department of Defense should commit to Boeing's KC-46 for the full 479 tankers that it believes it needs.
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