Civilian Control of the Military Places

Warfare Studies: Civilian Control of the Military Places
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Warfare Studies: Civilian Control of the Military Places
Question: Civilian control of the military places the United States at a distinct disadvantage in a near peer conflict with China or Russia,” defend or refute this statement with references to the readings.
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In the face of near-peer confrontations with countries like China or Russia, civilian-military control has proven to be a strength rather than a liability for the United States. It is a cornerstone of democratic administration. A study by Kou (2017, 869) has presented the importance of efficient civilian control in expediting decision-making and improving coordination between political leadership and the military, refuting the notion that civilian rule may put a country at a disadvantage in military engagements. The efforts of Xi Jinping to bolster civilian rule