Department of Defense Blog Posts

Secret Papers and Stupid Wars

The Pentagon Papers are now fully subject to public scrutiny. The same cannot be said for the intentions of the Daniel Ellsbergs and Bradley Mannings of the world.

Our Current Strategy in Afghanistan Is Built on Strategic Myths

Terrorist safe havens and loose nukes are the strategic bogeymen justifying the war in Afghanistan.

Standing Clausewitz on His Head Again

Afghanistan has proved Clemenceau correct. War is indeed too important to be left to the generals.

Acts of War in the Computer Age

Has the U.S. already committed an act of cyberwar against Iran?

Robert Gates and the Art of Nurturing a Reputation

The remarkable, carefully crafted and downright falsified public image of Secretary Gates.

At Least They’re Faking Defense Cuts

Obama has no real plans to curb the Pentagon's spending. But at least he has the common courtesy to lie about it.

Pay for the Wars

Senator Franken's resolution aims to stop Congress from funding wars with deficits. It's a good idea that doesn't go far enough.

More on Gap-Bridging

Yes, the gap between academics and policy makers is all too real.

Gates Swimming against the Tide

Defense Secretary Gates's budget cuts beg the question: Why not more?

Impose a Peace

President Obama's New Year's resolution should be to push through a peace agreement in the Middle East.

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May 26, 2012