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Our armed forces must be ready to act anywhere in the world where vital national interests are threatened. This can be achieved by ensuring the military has the resources and skilled personnel it needs to keep us safe and maintain freedom. 

 

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Cold War Lessons for Estimating the Chinese Defense Budget

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Prioritizing Procurement over Research and Development

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The Case For Rebuilding The U.S. Military Dakota Wood

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With New Round of Base Closures, U.S. Could Save $2 Billion a Year on Defense Frederico Bartels

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James Jay Carafano
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Brent Sadler
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Max Primorac
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