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Allies in Orbit
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Over the years I’ve seen many extraordinary examples of cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom. But earlier this month, something happened far above us—in the silence of geosynchronous orbit—that I believe will be remembered as a milestone. As reported by Greg Hadley in Air & Space Forces Magazine, a U.S. satellite…
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Honoring History, Building the Future: A Remarkable State Visit
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From Winston Churchill’s call in Fulton, Missouri to today’s commitments in Windsor, the Special Relationship is alive, strong, and building the future. This week, as Donald Trump stood alongside King Charles III and Prince William at Windsor Castle, I was reminded once more why the “special relationship” between the United States and the United…
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The Future of the Air Force Is in Good Hands: A Visit to the U.S. Air Force Academy
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As an Air Mobility Command Civic Leader representing Scott Air Force Base, I had the privilege of visiting the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. Scott AFB, located just east of St. Louis, is the home of U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), Air Mobility Command (AMC), and the 375th Air Mobility Wing. It…
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Britain and America in the Age of Trump – What is Next?
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This past Saturday, Lord Mandelson delivered the 61st Ditchley Annual Lecture, setting out a vision for the UK-US relationship in what he called “the Age of Trump – and Beyond.” As someone who has spent years working at the intersection of diplomacy, economic development, and business innovation between Britain and America, I found this…
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Forging Paths to Peace: UK–US Leadership in the Ukraine Peace Process
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In my work as a diplomat, I have witnessed how strategic alliances, determination, and principled leadership can shape global outcomes. Today, there is being written a remarkable chapter in transatlantic cooperation—where the United Kingdom and the United States have united in a shared mission to bring lasting peace to Ukraine. A Foundation of Solidarity:…
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A Transatlantic Industrial Renaissance
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Britain’s new industrial strategy creates fertile ground for deeper ties with America’s heartland The UK’s updated strategy dovetails neatly with the ambitions of Missouri—and reveals how a “special relationship” can be built on advanced manufacturing, agri-tech, and shared resilience. This month, the British government published its Modern Industrial Strategy—a quietly ambitious document that marks…
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The Vanguard of the Alliance: Britain and America Reforge NATO’s Future
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In an age of new threats, the special relationship forges a new security doctrine As NATO prepares to enter its ninth decade, the alliance is no longer content with vague commitments and symbolic posturing. A new transatlantic consensus is emerging—one led not by America alone, but increasingly shaped by Britain’s strategic clarity and willingness…
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Growing the Ozark Highlands: Distilling a Legacy, Marking the Way
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Missouri Approves Highway Signs Across the State The Ozark Highlands—a sweeping limestone plateau spanning southern Missouri and into parts of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas—offers more than just rugged scenery. Hidden in its hollows, forests, and valleys is a deep distilling tradition, brought to life by Irish and Scottish settlers as far back as the…
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Giving Tariffs a New Purpose — A Vision for Tariff Credits and American Export Growth
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At Stone Ledge Distillery, we take pride in crafting spirits that reflect the character of Missouri’s Ozark Highlands — bold, refined, and uniquely American. From our signature Stowloch® Whiskey to our crisp InverXion® Vodka, we’ve built something special here in Defiance. As we grow, we’re not only selling in Missouri and across the U.S.,…
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The U.S. and U.K. Launch Groundbreaking Economic Deal: A New Chapter in the Special Relationship
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On May 8, 2025, the United States and the United Kingdom made history by launching the Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD)—the first such agreement of its kind under the Biden administration’s new economic framework. This isn’t just another trade update—it’s a powerful reaffirmation of the long-standing “Special Relationship” between the two nations. Why This Matters…