To Fight Zika, Send in National Guard
In this Foreign Policy essay, MAJ ML Cavanaugh argues that the United States has a unique capability to tackle epidemics like Zika virus: the National Guard.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 05.26.16 | Commentary & Analysis
In this Foreign Policy essay, MAJ ML Cavanaugh argues that the United States has a unique capability to tackle epidemics like Zika virus: the National Guard.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 05.24.16 | Commentary & Analysis
ML Cavanaugh dispenses some helpful tips on how to stay more connected to loved ones back home during deployments.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 05.15.16 | Commentary & Analysis
Major Matt Cavanaugh discusses the U.S. challenge of deterring Russia in Europe while being significantly outnumbered.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 04.25.16 | Commentary & Analysis
Major Matt Cavanaugh provides reflections from his experience at an ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day Dawn Service at the Wellington (New Zealand) Cenotaph on April 24, 2011.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 04.17.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MAJ Matt Cavanaugh discusses five key characteristics which will differentiate the next generation of strategist, each tied to tidal trends in the strategic environment that will drive the next 35 years.
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