Today's Reading Assignment
…from Gary Anderson, blogging at Small Wars Journal, on “Preparing for the Next Battle of Gaza.” In his piece, Mr. Anderson (a noted expert on counter-insurgency operations), outlines how the…
Japan's Next Spy Scandal
It’s received very little attention in the west, but the government of Japan is facing a potentially serious spy scandal. The former head of the nation’s Public Security Investigation Agency…
The Vick Saga Continues
Earlier this week, we noted Virginia’s effort to establish a “Dangerous Dog Registry,” to provide information on canines that might pose a threat to public safety. With the click of…
The Trouble With Katie
Less than one year into their little experiment, it’s become dreadfully obvious that installing Katie Couric as anchor of the CBS Evening News was the worst idea in broadcasting since…
Soft-Peddling the Threat?
When North Korea recently tested three short-range missiles, the event was described as “routine” by both the Pentagon and the State Department. Now, we’re learning that the test wasn’t so…
A Political Future?
Like the rest of the military, the Air Force periodically issues “Senior Leader Announcements,” tracking the promotions, transfers and retirements of unit commanders (at the O-6 level) flag officers and…
Digging at the Truth
Today’s Washington Post reports that Iran is building a tunnel complex near its Natanz nuclear facility that could be used to store nuclear material, or produce enriched uranium. Defense and…
Prayers for Airman Schrieken
A hat tip to Michelle Malkin, who discovered this sad story about an Air Force member who was shot and seriously wounded by an anti-military zealot on the 4th of…
A Lesson in Defense Contracting
Suppose you’re an executive for a defense contractor. Your pet project was slashed by the Pentagon for current fiscal year; it took Congressional intervention to re-instate the funds, and your…
Glasgow Airport in Scotland–U.S
Barely two weeks after the failed London car bombings–and the abortive attack at the Glasgow Airport in Scotland–U.S. officials are expressing concern about a possible terrorist strike here at home.…