Michael Auslin

Stories by Michael Auslin

Why America Needs The Air Force: Rebuttal To Prof. Farley

Why America Needs The Air Force: Rebuttal To Prof. Farley
Why America Needs The Air Force: Rebuttal To Prof. Farley

As sequestration forces the Pentagon to consider truly transformative cuts to the U.S. military, the knives are coming out even more readily than usual in a town known for fierce infighting. Today’s budget environment has created an open season on traditional concepts of roles and missions. Service leaders have become far more vocal in warning…

Can U.S. Keep Pressure On In Persian Gulf If USS Nimitz Is Delayed?

Iran. Gaza. Syria. Political opposition in the Emirates and adjoining states. The Persian Gulf region simmers and America may have only one carrier group deployed there at the end of this year. Should we worry? Let’s examine the puzzle. The USS Nimitz’s planned deployment to the Persian Gulf may be delayed. That is raising concern,…

The Air Force Needs More Dough; Make Up $30B That Goes To Intel Agencies

The Air Force provides the essential capabilities that make America’s joint operations possible and has been involved in nearly every military operation overseas since 1991. As the Pentagon delves into the details of the 2014 budget, getting the Air Force budget right is critical to ensure that the nation can count on its indispensable role…