'Abundance' agenda for 21st century American prosperity; NATO 'now more than ever'; Georgians fighting against 'Russian law'; Countering China influence top priority for Americans
Gary Winslett, Getting Serious about Supply Through an “Abundance & Affordability” Agenda:
When we take action to increase supply, every American can live where they want, work how they want, and dream whatever dreams for themselves and their children that they want, regardless of where they’re from, regardless of what social class their parents occupied. That is 21st century prosperity.
Matthew Continetti, Commentary — NATO: Now More Than Ever
The good news is that NATO, unlike other institutions, can be strengthened. All it would take is some guts on the part of Western European politicians to increase defense spending and a renewed commitment of American resources and willpower to international security. The investment in time and resources necessary to maintain the oldest military alliance in human history is small. But the cost of watching this last pillar of the postwar order crumble into dust would be incalculable.
Igor Khrestin, American Purpose: Can Congress Prevent Trump From Exiting NATO?
Should a future president choose to proceed with a NATO exit, the executive branch would most likely challenge the congressional restriction in court, claiming that it infringes on the commander-in-chief’s powers granted under the Constitution to conduct U.S. foreign policy.
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Now is not the time for the United States to step back from NATO, because the consequences for future generations could be disastrous, much as they were following the U.S. retreat from global leadership in the 1930s. It may well be up to the U.S. judicial system to adjudicate this vital decision in the future.
Luke Coffey, Foreign Policy: Turmoil in Georgia Could Draw in Russia; the likely passage of a Kremlin-style law has Georgians fighting for their democracy.
In a park overlooking the banks of the Kura River in Tbilisi, there is a bronze statue of former U.S. President Ronald Reagan. It is perhaps no coincidence that the statue shows him facing north—toward Russia. The statue could be seen as a reminder for Georgians of how far they have come since the oppressive days of Soviet rule. Before Russia is tempted to intervene, Georgian Dream should stop the escalating confrontation on Tbilisi’s streets and withdraw the bill. This is the message that Western capitals need to be urgently sending.
Matt Pottinger, WSJ Opinion: China Has Crossed Biden’s Red Line on Ukraine
Lt. Gen. (R) Ben Hodges: “Russian, Iran, China are parts of our strategic challenge. Ensure the defeat of Russia first which will isolate Iran and will deter China. Enforcing sanctions is a priority.”
Pew Research: Americans Remain Critical of China; many see China as increasingly influential and consider limiting its power a top priority.
