The traditional Republican foreign policy position, all the way back to the end of WWII, has been to view Russia as America's main geopolitical competitor (or other variations of that thought, such as "foe," "threat," and "enemy"). The exact categorization is hazy,  because that role has shifted meaningfully many times since 1945. Be that as it may, … Continue reading The Recent Republican Thaw Towards Russia: An Analysis

Well, it goes without saying that part of me is extremely excited about the nomination of General Mattis for Secretary of Defense. As a Marine, and particularly as an infantryman, I can't help but feel proud that the finest officer to wear the Eagle, Globe and Anchor since Chesty Puller has been nominated to head the … Continue reading Mattis nominated for SecDef