The Book About the U.S. Military That Everyone Should Be Reading Now
Kori Schake's book, 'The State and the Soldier,' explores the dynamics of civil-military relations in the United States. It highlights the importance of military silence during political events and the implications of this behavior for democracy. Schake's insights are particularly relevant in the current political climate, making the book a crucial read for understanding these complex relationships.
- ▪The book discusses the significance of civilian control over the military in the U.S.
- ▪Schake argues that the military's stoic silence during political events reflects both a success and a danger in the system.
- ▪The author has a background in both Republican administrations and military policy, lending credibility to her analysis.
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Review The Book About the U.S. Military That Everyone Should Be Reading Now Kori Schake’s ‘The State and the Soldier’ is the discussion on civilian control of the military that this moment requires. By Bobby Ghosh, a geopolitics analyst and commentator, formerly of Time magazine and Bloomberg. Senior military officers sit in the audience before U.S. President Donald Trump addresses them at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia. Senior military officers sit in the audience before U.S. President Donald Trump addresses them at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia on Sept. 30, 2025. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images Get audio access with any FP subscription.
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