The Myth of a U.S. Military ‘Readiness’ Crisis
Sequestration cuts have presented challenges. But America’s fighting forces remain second to none.
U.S. servicemen at a joint military exercise outside Tbilisi, Georgia, May 11. ENLARGE
U.S. servicemen at a joint military exercise outside Tbilisi, Georgia, May 11. Photo: AFP/Getty Images
By David Petraeus and
Michael O’Hanlon
Aug. 9, 2016 6:53 p.m. ET
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U.S. military readiness is again a hot issue in the presidential election, but unfortunately the current debate glosses over some of the most important facts. While Congress’s sequestration-mandated cuts to military spending have hurt preparedness, America’s fighting forces remain ready for battle. They have extensive combat experience across multiple theaters since 9/11, a tremendous high-tech defense industry supplying advanced weaponry, and support from an extraordinary intelligence community.
For those concerned that America’s military is in decline or somehow not up to the next challenge, we offer a few reassuring facts:
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