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Reciprocity in Deterrence, Not Just Trade
02
Apr
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Reciprocity in Deterrence, Not Just Trade

Joseph H. Lyons1 Comment
Published: April 2, 2026 On December 23, 2025, the Pentagon released its annual 2025 China Military Power Report to Congress—a reminder that America is still trying to deter tomorrow with…
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Deterrence on Layaway: A Shutdown’s Quiet Assault on American Security
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Mar
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Deterrence on Layaway: A Shutdown’s Quiet Assault on American Security

Brandon Toliver0 Comments
Published: March 30, 2026 A nation does not need to lose a battle to look weak. Sometimes it only needs to miss a paycheck. Washington often treats budget shutdowns as…
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