Ben Shapiro exposes key challenges for US military in new ‘Facts’ episode.
Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro Breaks Down the 5 Greatest Challenges Facing the U.S. Military
In the latest episode of his YouTube series “Facts,” Ben Shapiro, the renowned Daily Wire Editor Emeritus, delves into the five most pressing challenges confronting the U.S. military.
Released on Saturday, Shapiro emphasizes the significant role the American military has played in maintaining global peace and prosperity since World War II, preventing the outbreak of World War III.
The Guarantor of World Peace
According to Shapiro, the American military has been the ultimate guarantor of world peace since World War II. Despite criticisms of American militarism, the truth is that the United States’ hegemony has prevented the occurrence of another global conflict. No country would dare challenge the United States directly, and no alliance could muster enough strength to take on the United States and its allies. Furthermore, the global prosperity we enjoy today is a direct result of American military predominance.
However, despite its longstanding dominance, the U.S. military now faces five major challenges that could potentially jeopardize global peace, as Shapiro explains.
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Global Dependency
The first challenge lies in the global dependency of other nations, particularly in Europe, on American military power. After World War II and during the Cold War, many nations became reliant on the U.S. for military support and ceased investing in their own defense. This places a strain on the U.S. economy, leading to domestic unrest and increased calls for reducing the military budget. Shapiro argues that it is time for our Western allies to take responsibility for their own defense needs and end the Cold War mentality of relying on the U.S. to foot the bill.
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Underinvestment in Naval Power
Shapiro highlights the significant underinvestment in naval power as the second major challenge. This has allowed rivals like China to close the gap and pose a threat to U.S. naval dominance. While the U.S. still maintains the strongest global naval presence, China has rapidly built the world’s largest naval fleet, narrowing the gap.
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Technological Stagnation
The third challenge revolves around technological problems. Shapiro argues that the U.S. advantage in technological superiority is dissipating due to a reliance on outdated technologies incentivized by bureaucratic systems. This technological stagnation hampers the military’s ability to maintain an edge over potential adversaries.
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Recruitment Issues
Recruitment problems pose the fourth major challenge. The military is facing difficulties in attracting eligible candidates, partly due to a pool of young people who are increasingly unfit to serve and the alienation of conservatives who have traditionally been more inclined to join the military.
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Decline of Public Trust
The final challenge outlined by Shapiro is the decline of public trust in the military. Disastrous decisions like the withdrawal from Afghanistan and the implementation of woke policies by figures such as former Joint Chief of Staff Chairman Mark Milley have contributed to this erosion of trust.
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Shapiro concludes the episode by warning against allowing a hostile power like China to fill the void left by diminishing American leadership abroad.
An America Able to Defend Our Interests
Shapiro emphasizes that it is in the best interests of both Americans and people worldwide to have a strong and capable America that can defend its interests. However, this requires Americans to support their military and for the military to live up to those expectations.
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Cyber Warfare
The third challenge facing the U.S. military is the rise of cyber warfare. With the increasing reliance on technology in modern warfare, the U.S. is vulnerable to cyberattacks from both state and non-state actors. Shapiro emphasizes the importance of investing in cybersecurity and developing advanced defense mechanisms to protect critical infrastructure, intelligence databases, and military communication systems from cyber threats.
Countering Asymmetric Threats
Shapiro identifies countering asymmetric threats as the fourth challenge. Unlike traditional warfare, asymmetrical threats come from non-state actors, such as terrorist organizations and insurgent groups. These threats require a different approach and strategy, focused on intelligence gathering, targeted strikes, and cooperation with local partners. Shapiro suggests that adapting to these threats is crucial for maintaining U.S. military effectiveness.
Technological Advancement
Lastly, Shapiro discusses the challenge posed by rapid technological advancement. While technological innovation provides opportunities for military superiority, it also presents challenges in terms of keeping up with adversaries’ capabilities and avoiding technological surprise. He urges the U.S. military to prioritize research and development, foster partnerships with the private sector, and ensure the integration of emerging technologies into military operations.
In conclusion, Ben Shapiro highlights the five greatest challenges facing the U.S. military: global dependency, underinvestment in naval power, cyber warfare, countering asymmetric threats, and technological advancement. He emphasizes the need for strategic planning, investment, and adaptation to overcome these challenges and ensure the continued role of the United States as the guarantor of global peace and prosperity.
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