3-10-26 - 9am - 'Wars' & the Cost of Oil

In this episode, the Michael dives into a critical discussion about the US's strategic weaknesses. He shares seven key pillars that contribute to the country's inability to achieve clear objectives in conflicts, including the Vietnam hangover, the forever war mentality, and the absence of shared sacrifice. He also touches on the compression of strategic time due to the 24-hour news cycle and social media, the two-year attention span of the political class, and the collapse of institutional trust. The conversation highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of the complexities of war and the importance of addressing these underlying issues.

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