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Of American militarism

A new issue of Air and Space Power Journal is out. From FDL, a book salon on National Insecurity: The Cost of American Militarism by Melvin A. Goodman. The Enemy-Industrial Complex: Tom Engelhardt on how to turn a world lacking in enemies into the most threatening place in the universe (and part 2). James Holmes reviews Mayday: The Twilight of American Naval Superiority by Seth Cropsey. Mackubin Thomas Owens reviews Underdogs: The Making of the Modern Marine Corps by Aaron B. O'Connell. Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Faggot: Hamilton Nolan goes inside Marine Corps Boot Camp. Growing up military: Children living overseas learn cultural skills and face unique challenges. Anu Bhagwati on why the military needs to recruit and promote more women. In the crosshairs: Chris Kyle, a decorated sniper, tried to help a troubled veteran — the result was tragic.