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America's Rare Earth Gambit: A Strategic Imperative or Government Overreach?
In a move that signals both the urgency of America's supply chain vulnerabilities and the government's willingness to intervene in...

Security and Democracy Forum
7 hours ago6 min read


From Rust Belt to Asteroid Belt: How the RAVES Act Turns Abandoned Bases into Strategic Assets
Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to realize it might be the solution to another sticky issue. Across rural America,...

Security and Democracy Forum
Aug 43 min read


Turning Valor into Voltage: Veterans and the Grid of Tomorrow
The VET Act is a refreshingly strategic approach. It doesn’t just support veterans for their own sake. It aligns national workforce development with energy transition and national security.

Security and Democracy Forum
Jul 103 min read


You Can’t Just Move the Mine: Why 'De-Risking' Isn’t Enough for Critical Mineral Security
This op-ed argues that U.S. efforts to “de-risk” critical mineral supply chains will fail without soft power, transparency, and long-term partnerships to replace dependence on China with genuine resilience.

Security and Democracy Forum
Jun 262 min read
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