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The article argues that increasing the U.S. nuclear arsenal is unnecessary and counterproductive, advocating for a focus on diplomacy and arms control to enhance global security.
Transforming the military has changed the war—and upended politics
Trump's war has brought American strategy to a dead end
Civilizationism would upend America's role in the world
The article explores the potential resolution of Thailand's prolonged political deadlock, examining recent developments and their implications for the country's future governance and stability.
And how America can avoid playing into their hands
The article explores how the structure and dynamics of the Chinese economy create opportunities for criminal activities, highlighting the interplay between economic growth and illicit practices.
The article explores the potential risks of artificial intelligence undermining the effectiveness of the U.S. military, highlighting concerns about over-reliance on technology in defense strategies.
The article argues that democracies must embrace creative destruction to adapt and thrive, fostering innovation and resilience in the face of evolving challenges and societal demands.
The case against pessimism and the path to a new allied order
The article explores a sustainable strategy for engaging with China, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that addresses competition while fostering cooperation on global challenges.
A quarter century before 9/11, an upsurge in global terrorism prompted the historian David Fromkin to examine its purpose and method. Terrorism was a strategy of the weak, Fromkin wrote in these pages, but modern technology had enabled it “to enter the political arena on a new scale.” And its surprising success seemed to be due, in large part, “to a miscomprehension of the strategy by its opponents.”