The Project on National Security Reform significantly owes
thanks and praise to the in-depth research of the U.S. national security system
conducted by its associates over the course of the project’s existence.
Currently, PNSR has oriented itself for implementation support, and refinement
of our recommendations. However, we cannot forget our past and the work that
has been done that has put the organization in this position.
In this “History” section, you will find details on PNSR
working groups, groups that helped define and finalize recommendations
contained within the
Forging a New Shield
report.
Provides the context for
the Project's other working groups by describing the 21st century
security environment and its corresponding national security missions
Describes the national
security resourcing process at work in the Executive branch and in
Congress, specifically the ability of the United States to adequately
resource interagency missions
Analyzes existing
processes used throughout the national security system to conduct the
formulation of strategy, policy-making, and operational planning
Examines the impact of
organizational structure on the ability of the president to integrate
national security capabilities from a diversity of players across the
government
