William D Hartung
About the Author
William D. Hartung is a renowned expert on military policy and national security, with decades of experience analyzing the profound impacts of excessive defense spending on American society and global affairs. As a senior adviser to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft and a former director of the Arms and Security Initiative at the New America Foundation, Hartung has dedicated his career to exposing the inefficiencies and dangers of the U.S. military-industrial complex. His incisive critiques highlight how runaway budgets fuel unnecessary conflicts abroad while eroding economic stability at home, advocating for smarter, more restrained approaches to foreign policy. Through his writings and public advocacy, Hartung continues to influence debates on sustainable defense strategies and fiscal responsibility.
