What Are Rare Earth Metals, and Why Should We Care?
They are found in everyday tech devices, and China controls a huge part of the market.
Made in China 2025
The Chinese aim to dominate the world in many strategically important areas.
China’s Nautical Strategy
With vast numbers and capabilities that seemingly outpace the U.S., the Chinese are in a prime position.
China’s History and Current Threat
When considering current events, it helps to consider a brief history of the People’s Republic of China.
The People’s Republic of China and Technology
We are in a Second Cold War with China, even though few Americans recognize that fact.
U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission
We need leaders with the wisdom to recognize the threat posed by China to the interests of the U.S. and the world order.
The Late, Great United States of America
The threat from China does not even make the list of things that concern Americans.
Navy Readiness and the Jones Act
The noble purpose and intent of the law instead brought unintended consequences.
Strategic Military Sealift Is Critical
Without a reliable supply line, the military can’t do its job.
DOD Diversity Committee Shuns Sunlight
The military’s focus and emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion is having predictable results.
The Navy, the Marines, and Amphibious Ships
Marines need ships the Navy doesn’t have, and the plan to build them is too slow.
Navy Missiles and the Defense of Taiwan: Part 2
Will the U.S. risk our capital ships and thousands of lives in the defense of Taiwan?
Navy Missiles and the Defense of Taiwan: Part 1
There are tradeoffs to using American missiles to defend allies. Namely, there are fewer for us.
Navy Maintenance Challenges: Part 2
Using public shipyards for all nuclear repair and modernization has led to insufficient facilities and backlogs.
Navy Maintenance Challenges: Part 1
A shortage of money, misspent cash, and a lack of personnel hamper our readiness.
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