Comment by James McQuillan
“If all mankind minus one, were of one opinion, and only one person were of the contrary opinion, mankind would be no more justified in silencing that one person than he, if he had the power, would be justified in silencing all of mankind” – John Stuart Mill.
In this entertaining and workmanlike documentary about the 1980 Titan Missile explosion in Damascus, Arkansas, Director Robert Kenner paints a sobering picture about the dangers that go with the possession of these immensely destructive weapons. Continue reading
Comment: By Rian Whitton
For progressives, Britain’s secession from the European Union was not merely a case of ignorant voters misunderstanding the macroeconomic fallout or failing to consider the geopolitical implications, it was a heretical act against the utopian doctrine of creeping globalisation. Continue reading
Review: By Rian Whitton
The lines between strategic communications and behavioural science are blurring, opening doors for a range of actors. From private advertisers, global brands, political parties and military authorities, the power to influence and persuade a designated audience is being supplemented with a growing number of techniques, methodologies and doctrines. Following the tumult of 2016, Sven Hughes, an ex-serviceman, gives readers a refreshing insight into the Influence industry, where its stalled, and how it can get results in the future. Continue reading
Comment: By Rian Whitton
From Stuxnet to cyber-espionage in the 2016 US Presidential election, this will be remembered as a time of infancy regarding the academic and theoretical discussion of cyber-security, at least pertaining to the state and military matters. Continue reading
Comment: by Justin Marinelli
Justin Marinelli provides insight into the fascinating relationship between Trump’s populism and the nouveau-riche of Silicon Valley. Continue reading
Comment: By Junaed Khan
The events of 9/11 marked a watershed moment in how the United States viewed terrorism. The American sense of invincibility was lost with the symbolic shift into an ‘Age of Terror’ following a decade of unipolarity. Continue reading
Comment: By Martin Belchev
Recent political developments in Europe and the US have served to spark a debate about the relevance of NATO in the twenty-first century, and its role as a global security actor. Continue reading
Comment: By Rian Whitton.
While the date could perhaps be postponed, the President’s irresponsible and bizarre immigration policy should not get in the way of diplomacy. We are not dealing with a Fascist. Continue reading
Comment: By Martin Belchev.
Japan’s foreign policy has long defied the traditional realist security paradigm in regards to its military and hard power capabilities. Indeed, proponents of political realism in foreign affairs like to point out that states who achieve a certain economic development will inevitably develop corresponding hard power capabilities. This may be an attempt to either increase their own defensive posture or obtain greater influence on the international scene.
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