Staff Reports
Since the United States rebranded its Department of War as the Department of Defense in 1947, a dangerous culture of indecisiveness has plagued American military policy. The shift was meant to make our posture seem less aggressive, but in reality, it signaled the beginning of an era where victory is replaced by endless conflict and half-hearted engagement. Our armed forces remain unmatched in strength, yet our leaders, constrained by political correctness and globalist caution, consistently avoid doing what’s necessary to win. America continues to pour billions into conflicts that either drag on or end with muddled outcomes—while our adversaries see little reason to fear us.
Take Israel’s approach over the same time period: under relentless pressure from hostile neighbors, they have demonstrated what it means to fight and win. The Six Day War of 1967 stands as a model of pre-emptive strength and clarity—Israel identified the danger, struck first, and utterly crippled enemies before they could retaliate. That victory wasn’t achieved with timid defense or endless negotiation; it came through bold, decisive action. When Israel falters, as in the Yom Kippur War, it’s not for lack of courage, but for a rare lapse in readiness. In those moments, American leaders like Nixon showed what true alliance means—quick, unwavering support that turns the tide. Today’s Democrats, meanwhile, offer only empty rhetoric and fleeting gestures, abandoning Israel at the very moment steadfast backing matters most.
After Jews in the UK were murdered in cold blood on Yom Kippur simply bc they're Jews, this is the response in London and throughout the UK. pic.twitter.com/74tsRhCQyg
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This stark contrast isn’t lost on anyone paying attention. America’s habit of falling back on negotiated settlements and so-called “defensive” postures has led to a string of costly, humiliating stalemates. Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq—each conflict ended without a decisive victory, leaving Americans frustrated and enemies emboldened. Instead of ending wars with overwhelming force and clear goals, we trade resolute action for globalist hand-wringing and woke critique. Weak leadership has hobbled our warriors and traded success for hollow “optics.”
It’s time for a return to what worked—a warrior mindset that puts victory over sentiment and clarity over confusion. America’s security depends on the kind of leadership that recognizes war is not a game, nor a diplomatic afterthought. We must learn from Israel, whose survival has always hinged on unyielding force and a refusal to play by the enemy’s rules. The Department of Defense’s cautious bureaucracy should be replaced with the fighting spirit of the old Department of War—restoring national resolve and giving our soldiers the mandate to win.
America faces a crossroads. We can cling to the failed policies that led to endless spending, lost lives, and diminished pride, or we can reclaim the fierce determination that once made us the world’s most formidable power. The lessons from Israel are clear: victory demands action, not words. If we want our security—and dignity—back, nothing short of unrelenting resolve will suffice. It’s time to stop playing defense and start winning again.
