School of War Ep 146: Eric Edelman and Thomas Mahnken on America’s Defense Strategy Crisis
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Sep 24, 2024 
Eric Edelman and Thomas Mahnken, defense strategy experts from the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments, discuss crucial insights on America’s military posture. They delve into the evolution of the National Defense Strategy and its implications amid global tensions with China and Russia. The conversation highlights the need for a 'multiple theater force construct' to address diverse threats and argues for increased defense spending to meet modern challenges. Their analysis reveals a pressing call for adaptability in U.S. military capabilities.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Understanding the National Defense Strategy and Its Implications
02:11 • 4min
Analysis of National Defense Strategy Continuity and Change
06:17 • 2min
Reevaluating America's Defense Strategy
08:14 • 25min
Strategic Defense Insights for the Western Pacific
33:31 • 4min
Revamping Defense Spending
37:42 • 7min