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Is the US Army Near a Breaking Point?
September 16, 2015

Is the US Army Near a Breaking Point?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
According to a senior Pentagon official, this very well may be the case in the near future given sequestration.

US Surrenders Naval Logistics Supremacy
July 14, 2014

US Surrenders Naval Logistics Supremacy

By James R. Holmes
Without underway replenishment ships, America’s ability to project power in wartime will shrivel.
The Crisis of Confidence in US Hegemony
April 25, 2014

The Crisis of Confidence in US Hegemony

By Chen Jimin
New constraints on US power create their own risks for the international community.

US Nixes Plan to Reduce Carrier Force
February 07, 2014

US Nixes Plan to Reduce Carrier Force

By Zachary Keck
Pressure from the White House and Congress has led the Pentagon to drop a plan to reduce the number of aircraft carriers.

America’s Military at a Crossroads
December 04, 2013

America’s Military at a Crossroads

By Harry Kazianis
The U.S. military faces a 21st century identity crisis. But despite blanket spending cuts, it has options.

The US Army Declares Itself Nearly Impotent
October 22, 2013

The US Army Declares Itself Nearly Impotent

In increasingly dire warnings, Army leaders are suggesting that budget cuts may render it unable to fight wars.

Can Prompt Global Strike Survive Sequestration?
August 09, 2013

Can Prompt Global Strike Survive Sequestration?

The Virginia Payload Module is the latest part of the Prompt Global Strike program to see its funding slashed.

US Conducts “Sweeping Overhaul” of Pacific War Plans
August 02, 2013

US Conducts “Sweeping Overhaul” of Pacific War Plans

Plus, the Pentagon won’t terminate the F-35 program, but it may mothball 3 aircraft carriers. Friday defense links.

Western Defense Companies Face Grim Future
June 12, 2013

Western Defense Companies Face Grim Future

According to a new report, worldwide defense spending declined in 2012 and the outlook for Western companies is bleak.

A Nuclear Pivot to Asia?
March 05, 2013

A Nuclear Pivot to Asia?

If America’s conventional superiority in Asia declines, then the relative importance of its nuclear edge will rise.

The Consequences of Sequestration
February 28, 2013

The Consequences of Sequestration

The stinging cuts of sequestration will have a tremendous impact on America’s capacity to protect the world’s maritime commons — with devastating consequences.

Sequestration's Impact on America's Military
February 26, 2013

Sequestration's Impact on America's Military

Sequestration is looming. What impact will it have on America’s forces in the Pacific?

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