Walter M. Hudson

Walter M. Hudson, a Professor at the Eisenhower School for National Security, delves into Project Solarium, Eisenhower's innovative approach to national security strategy in 1953. He explores how this initiative was structured, involving three task forces analyzing containment and rollback. Hudson contrasts Eisenhower’s strategies with Truman’s, highlighting the balance of military and economic power. He discusses the legacy of Solarium and its relevance for modern policymakers, emphasizing that while its methods inspire, the unique context of the original project cannot be replicated.