Stevenson’s army, September 21

• I agree with this Lawfare piece arguing that civilian control of special operations has weakened and should be strengthened.
• SAIS Prof Vali Nasr describes Iran’s response to Trump sanctions.
• Jamelle Bouie says Facebook is undermining democracy worldwide.
• Former HASC chairman Thornberry describes NDAA negotiations.
• WOTR piece says we have too many myths about Chinese nuclear weapons.
• NYT says Cuba has a food crisis. [Remember, Cuba is an issue in this week’s exercise.]
• New book argues that most presidents criticize, manipulate, and restrict the press. Looks like a good book.

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