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Don’t hate the Playa’ …

Posted on: Monday, November 26th, 2007 in: Airpower, Blah Blah, Military Policy

The hideous little article and a lengthy discussion thread can be found at the American Prospect. Times are tough, and the lashing out continues… 

Why isn’t the USAF getting the Love?

Posted on: Tuesday, November 20th, 2007 in: Airpower, Civil-Military, Military Policy

Our friend in Washington passed along a very interesting analysis:
 
Three reasons why USAF is under attack: 
1. The national security strategy vacuum: From 1981 through 2001, our national security strategy was deterrence and containment, with airpower playing the largest single role.  During that period, the USAF enjoyed a position of respect and support.  Since 2001, our national security strategy [...]

e-Parliament and YOU

Posted on: Tuesday, November 20th, 2007 in: Blah Blah, Crass Self-Promotion, Space Policy

I have been out and about, speaking on space and various subjects, and so apologize for the lack of updates (again).
If you are not familiar with the e-Parliament, you should take a look. The organization is doing some great work by connecting national-level elected legislators from around the world (more than 15,000 are now connected on [...]