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The unseen and seen forces that work to counter US interests around the world are surging. They probably think they're on the cusp of having their moment. But, their ideas suck and they do not solve problems like the Americans.
As the cover photo suggests, American culture, personalities,
Noah Smith · Sep 6, 20252025-09-06 · 3 min read3 min
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War games show the U.S. would exhaust its missile stocks in days
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The world is in chaos and does not care about individual problems. For the nation and democracy to succeed, you must align yourself with the team.
Noah Smith · Aug 3, 20252025-08-03 · 6 min read6 min
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Drones aren't rifles; they're not kit to attach to molle gear.
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I deployed to Iraq in 2012. On the way over, I was 27 years old and eager to fight. I headed into the international zone in the center of Baghdad. My mission to advise the Iraqi Special Operators to help them adjust to an environment in which they did not
Noah Smith · Jul 27, 20252025-07-27 · 3 min read3 min
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Is the Pentagon planning to lose? A Strategic Appraisal of PLA Counter-Space Doctrine and Implications for U.S. Tactical Operations
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Please watch the video before you read. The same attributes that drive some to become founders, raise capital, and the methods to get there, are misapplied to the national security markets
Noah Smith · Jul 10, 20252025-07-10 · 5 min read5 min