Erik Lin-Greenberg

Erik Lin-Greenberg, a political scientist and former U.S. Air Force officer, dives into how drones are reshaping international security in his new book. He argues that contrary to common belief, drones actually reduce the likelihood of conflict escalation by gathering intelligence and minimizing threats to national honor. Exploring historical drone operations, he reveals that even as conflicts increase, drones can mitigate intense responses from adversaries. Lin-Greenberg also discusses the broader implications for policymakers and previews his next project on transparency in state actions.

In this engaging discussion, Erik Lin-Greenberg, a political scientist at MIT and author of The Remote Revolution, dives into how drones are reshaping international security. He challenges the common belief that drones increase the likelihood of war, arguing instead that they can lower escalation risks. Drones enable better intelligence gathering and provoke less retaliatory aggression. He shares insights from original research and highlights both the operational advantages of drones and the implications for military strategy.