Words of War: Analyzing Military Terminology in Politics

This chapter explores the significant implications of terms like 'America first' and 'lethality' during a confirmation hearing, revealing deeper ideological divides within the Republican party. It emphasizes the complex relationship between military effectiveness and societal issues, questioning how traditional military values are often at odds with contemporary challenges like climate change. The discussion also critiques the avoidance of explicit statements regarding the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the political maneuvering and implications of such omissions.