Tag: Integrated Deterrence

Bad Idea: Integrated Deterrence as Strategy

The 2022 NDS aims to “strengthen U.S. deterrence” to defend the status quo against America’s adversaries. But this strategy neglects the limits of deterrence. Instead, U.S. defense strategy should embrace an expanded concept of integrated influence with a broader focus on coercion and persuasion.

Opinion / Forces, Strategy

Bad Idea: Relying on “Integrated Deterrence” Instead of Building Sufficient U.S. Military Power

As the Biden administration implements “integrated deterrence,” Thomas Spoehr warns the application of non-military tools, such as economic sanctions and diplomatic condemnation, should not replace or diminish the need to build sufficient military power.