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War is Changing. So Should the Pentagon’s Budget
Beyond aircraft carriers, missiles, and riflemen, the next wars will be fought with data, digital platforms, and networks.
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The Real F-35 Problem We Need to Solve
Unless its logistics can be improved, the jet’s contributions to a major fight will be far less than Pentagon wargamers are counting on.
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What Do You Tell Young Americans Doubting the Military’s Moral Compass?
After scandals, pardons, and protests, military and civilian leaders have some work to do rebuilding public trust.
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The History of No-Fly Zones Doesn’t Bode Well for Syria
Tough-talking presidential candidates want a no-fly zone to save Syrians. But nothing in the historical record shows a NFZ would work this time.
