On our Independence Day, I wanted to share some superb speeches/videos with you, celebrating our great, indispensable nation. Wishing each and every one of you a relaxing and joyous Holiday weekend.
Jocko Willink on the sacrifices required to win and keep Freedom, and the importance of all Americans having their constitutional rights protected: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7EVp_bg11o
Former Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis, on what is required to secure our nation from our greatest threats (circa 2018) - note, the public summary of the 2018 NDS is also available from the Pentagon here: https://media.defense.gov/2020/May/18/2002302061/-1/-1/1/2018-NATIONAL-DEFENSE-STRATEGY-SUMMARY.PDF
Video available here:
It is also well worth your time to review the Commission on the National Defense Strategy from 2018, available here: https://sais.jhu.edu/news-press/commission-national-defense-strategy-united-states
I would note, General Mattis has - so far- been 100% correct about the future threat environment that he predicted in 2024. The one question I would have this evening is simple: are we doing enough to compete with our near-peer competitors?
All the best to you and yours,
Carson