Why the US military has cared about climate change since the Cold War
In this commentary, the author examines how the U.S. military sees climate change as a threat in itself and a threat multiplier for national security.
Opinion
Why the military’s approach to its suicide epidemic is failing
In this opinion piece, the chairman of Boulder Crest Foundation argues that current military suicide prevention efforts are falling short.
Opinion
Fast food or the military? Recruiting solutions overlook the obvious.
In this opinion piece, the author argues that services have been overlooking an obvious solution to the recruiting crisis: Increasing junior enlisted pay.
Opinion
How addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisis
There are many factors that contribute to the recruiting crisis facing the military, but at least one of them is within the Pentagon's power to fix.
Opinion
I commanded a Marine V-22 squadron. Here’s what I learned
The Osprey made the entire mission during a Islamic State in Libya deployment possible, this retired lieutenant colonel writes.
Opinion
Is the United States overestimating China’s power?
It is time to right-size the American understanding of China’s comprehensive power, writes Dan Murphy of the Harvard Kennedy School.
Opinion
Department of the Air Force needs more resources for successful reorg
No organizational plan, no matter how competent its design, can make up for shortfalls without additional resources.
Opinion
When admirals obstruct justice
Regaining trust and respect after a military scandal requires accountability at the highest levels of leadership, our guest opinion writer argues.
Opinion
A lack of sleep is breaking the US military
From the very start, unspoken principles are ingrained in service members. One such principle is that "sleep is a crutch."
Opinion
Communication of intent and the importance of language to deterrence
The Biden administration’s rhetoric may be critical to deter not only escalation, but to stop persistent attacks in the Middle East.
Opinion
US troops can declare victory in 3M class action lawsuit
While the settlement can never restore the hearing loss suffered by the plaintiffs, it is a victory for the veterans who had the tenacity to file the suit.
