Evolving Narratives of U.S. National Security

This chapter explores the transformation of U.S. national security strategies post-Cold War, focusing on the rise of great power competition with China and Russia. It highlights internal debates within various administrations, particularly the Obama era's shift from collaboration to recognition of competitive dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the complexities of aligning political narratives with strategic concepts, and the implications for U.S. foreign policy in an increasingly multipolar world.