Pentagon

  • The $640 Billion Question

    Whether or not the nation zooms over the fiscal cliff, the Pentagon’s budget is going to get tighter. This may be a challenge for some. But it’s also an opportunity for the Pentagon to shift away from Cold War weapons and reshape the U.S. military to deal with 21st century realities.

    It comes down to a simple question: Should the U.S. put its money toward a Cold War nuclear strategy? Or should those funds be spent to equip the military to address 21st century realities?

    November 14, 2012 - By Ben Loehrke

  • Our Oscar Pick: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

    It might not have received a nomination for Best Picture, but ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ is our stand out film this Oscar season.

    February 24, 2012 - By Megan Murphy

  • New Strategy Recognizes Nuclear Realities

    Today, standing with his top military officials, President Obama rolled out new guidance that realigns the Pentagon toward today’s strategic realities.

    January 5, 2012 - By Ben Loehrke

  • Cutting the Nuclear Budget Burden

    Nuclear weapons programs once enjoyed a relative sanctuary from budget pressures. But things have changed. Policymakers are looking to cut programs that do not advance our national security.

    September 28, 2011 - By Ben Loehrke

  • How the Debt Deal Creates an Opportunity to Cut Nuclear Weapons

    August 3, 2011 - By Joel Rubin