Erratic militarism combined with increased defense spending would only bring long-term decay.
Howard W. French is a columnist at Foreign Policy and a professor at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, with a rich background as a longtime foreign correspondent. He focuses on themes such as government and politics, elections, security policy, and international affairs, often exploring the intricate dynamics of geopolitics and conflict. French's work has been featured in prominent publications including Slate Magazine, The New York Review of Books, and The New York Times.











