America at a Crossroads Blog

The conversation continues after our America at a Crossroads program. Read more in-depth analysis and takeaways from our esteemed guests.

Deterrence Isn’t Enough: Admiral Mike Mullen on Diplomacy, Alliances, and Military Leadership

August 29, 2025

Deterrence Isn’t Enough: Admiral Mike Mullen on Diplomacy, Alliances, and Military Leadership

Guardrails at Home: Admiral Mike Mullen on Keeping the Military Apolitical

August 28, 2025

Guardrails at Home: Admiral Mike Mullen on Keeping the Military Apolitical

August 22, 2025

Alexander Vindman on Ukraine, Trump, and the Future of U.S. Leadership

August 21, 2025

Alexander Vindman on “The Folly of Realism” — How Short-Term Thinking Enabled Russia

Ron Brownstein on How Democrats Can Counter Trump in 2026 and Beyond

August 15, 2025

Ron Brownstein on How Democrats Can Counter Trump in 2026 and Beyond

Ron Brownstein on Trump’s Authoritarian Playbook and Institutional Resistance

August 14, 2025

Ron Brownstein on Trump’s Authoritarian Playbook and Institutional Resistance