End of Illusions: Preparing for a World of Risk and Rivalry

Join us on The Focus as we delve into a gripping conversation with Dr. Andrew A. Michta, senior fellow and director of the Scowcroft Strategy Initiative at the Atlantic Council. In this episode, we explore the pivotal moments in history that have shaped our world and discuss the urgent strategic decisions facing the U.S. and its allies today. Andrew’s Politico Article: The West’s biggest vulnerability is internal Andrew’s Bio and Related Sites: Dr. Andrew A. Michta Bio Scowcroft Strategy Initiative The Atlantic Council Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security X: @andrewmichta  @AtlanticCouncil @ACScowcroft Extra: My Florentine ancestor who wrote De Militia was Leonardo Bruni also known as Leonardo Aretino. He was a major Renaissance Humanist and Historian and Chancellor of Florence 1410-11 & 1427-44. SACEUR - acronym for Supreme Allied Commander Europe SHAPE - acronym for Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (U.S.) EUCOM - acronym for United States European Command Top 5 U.S. Defence Contractors as at 2024 in order of revenue: Lockheed Martin RTX Corporation Northrop Grumman Boeing General Dynamics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.