Ukraine Didn't Break America's Arsenal. We Did

A response to Responsible Statecraft's munitions crisis piece, and a lesson in confusing symptoms with causes

Soldiers from the 11th Air Defense Artillery Brigade conduct a Patriot missile live-fire exercise at MacGregor Range near Fort Bliss, Texas, Aug. 23, 2025. The exercise is designed to validate crew proficiency, ensure equipment reliability, and send a clear message of deterrence to potential adversaries. (US Army photo by Sgt. JaDarius Duncan)

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