Amber Smith

Amber Smith

Amber Smith is a former Deputy Assistant to the Secretary of Defense (Outreach), author of the book Danger Close and an Afghanistan & Iraq war veteran. Follow her on Twitter @AmberSmithUSA.

Articles

Peace Through Strength: Why Military Excellence Matters Now More Than Ever
Donald Trump

Peace Through Strength: Why Military Excellence Matters Now More Than Ever

Aug 22, 2025
Why the Afghanistan Withdrawal Was the Perfect Storm of Bureaucratic Incompetence
Afghanistan withdrawal

Why the Afghanistan Withdrawal Was the Perfect Storm of Bureaucratic Incompetence

Aug 15, 2022
Why It’s Time for Defense Secretary Austin to Resign
biden administration

Why It’s Time for Defense Secretary Austin to Resign

Jul 29, 2022
Why Young Americans Don't Want To Serve In Today's Military
Military

Why Young Americans Don't Want To Serve In Today's Military

Jul 23, 2022
The Pentagon Is Paralyzed While the Taliban Calls the Shots
Pentagon

The Pentagon Is Paralyzed While the Taliban Calls the Shots

Aug 20, 2021