The U.S. military must be the best in the world to preserve Western values, and this requires a focus on software that works effectively.

The U.S. needs to ensure that its most senior defense leaders are technically proficient to compete effectively with adversaries.

It's crucial for those in technology to support national interests and provide the best technology to those protecting us, including military personnel.

The military is the preeminent leadership training platform in the world, providing extensive resources and time to develop leaders who can handle high-stress environments.

The U.S. must embrace a strategy that empowers service members with a hundred times more systems to enhance their effectiveness and ensure their safety.

The U.S. military has historically been a leader in integrating diverse groups and maintaining meritocracy, making it an institution that deserves support from tech companies.

The U.S. dollar's dominance is America's greatest power, not military might; it allows the U.S. to exert influence globally, even over those who do not directly engage with American products.

The US needs to maintain its leadership in AI to preserve its global hegemony, which could lead to peace for Americans but may disadvantage others globally.

Avoiding civil war is crucial, but sacrificing core values to prevent it raises the question of whether the cost is worth it.