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Putin’s Coercion on NATO Goes Beyond Its Open Door Policy
An over-fixation on alliance enlargement in responding to Russia’s buildup will not create lasting stability. The catalysts are more complex.
Post-January 6th, the Military is Addressing Extremism in Its Ranks. Sort of.
DOD policy review on preventing domestic extremism is a necessary step, but more is needed to meet the threat.
2022 Update: Good Governance Paper No. 6: Domestic Military Operations
At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.
As Putin Lines Ukraine Border with Russian Troops, Is There a China Factor?
Even without the oft-discussed scenario of a simultaneous Chinese attack on Taiwan, Putin at least needs Xi's support for a new Ukraine invasion
For Sudan’s Democratic Imperative, the US and Others Must Intensify Support
How to curb the coup leaders and decisively support the people showing nonviolent dedication to freedom and democracy.
As Putin Aims to Re-Divide Europe, Lessons from the Past Can Guide a Response
The US, with Europe, should push back against Russia's aggression while looking for ways to address legitimate grievances.
Civilian Casualties in U.S. Air Wars: A Wake-up Call for Canada and its Future Use of Armed Drones?
Last month’s New York Times report that the American air wars in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan have been plagued by flawed intelligence, poor targeting, and thousands of civilian…
China’s Nuclear Buildup is About More Than Nukes
The US will need a comprehensive approach to strategic ties to uphold deterrence and sustain regional peace and security.
Amid Civilian Harm Revelations, Defense Bill Takes Measured Steps on Oversight and Accountability
Recent months have seen a flood of revelations concerning civilian harm resulting from U.S. military operations. The last U.S. airstrike of the war in Afghanistan, which killed…
Crisis of Command: The Pentagon, The President, and January 6
Pentagon restrained National Guard on Jan. 6 out of concern Trump would invoke Insurrection Act.
America Needs a War on Terror Transparency Act
The Pentagon has three months to investigate the disturbing New York Times report that the military conducted and covered up airstrikes in Baghuz, Syria that killed up to 64 civilians.…
Reestablishing Florida’s State Guard Won’t Give DeSantis a Private Army Free of Federal Control
While Florida Gov. DeSantis' proposal is worrisome as a political matter, it is unlikely to pose the kind of threat his critics fear.