Rebecca Patterson, an expert in international affairs from Georgetown University, and David W. Barno, a former Army general now at Johns Hopkins, dive into how the U.S. can leverage non-military tools to compete globally. They discuss integrating economic and informational strategies, critiquing U.S. national security approaches, and highlighting the importance of 'resilient interdependence.' Their insights reveal underused economic instruments that could enhance America's positioning against rivals, stressing the need for coordinated efforts against disinformation and unconventional threats.
