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The American Security Council Foundation (ASCF) was formed in 1958 to protect American freedoms and values. It was initially known as the Institute for American Strategy. For over 50 years, the Foundation has focused on a wide range of educational programs which address critical challenges to U.S. foreign policy, national security, and the global economy. The ASCF has been credited many times with

developing programs and strategies which were eventually adopted as the foreign policy and national security strategy of the United States. The theme of the guidelines mentioned above for Cold War victory was praised by former President Dwight Eisenhower in a national radio address he recorded at ASCF's request. ASCF created the National Strategy for Peace Through Strength® in 1978 and has been cited numerous times for providing the overall theme for the administration of former President Reagan. President Reagan was kind enough to give us credit for this on several occasions and said America won the Cold War on this doctrine. President Reagan spoke of its significance by saying: "One thing is certain. If we continue to advance world peace and human freedom, America must remain strong. If we have learned anything these last eight years, peace through strength works." The ASCF has worked tirelessly to have the United States government publish an official National Security Strategy of the United States. President Reagan first implemented this in 1985, and all his successors have been legally required to produce a similar document. The most recent was unveiled at West Point by President Bush on June 6, 2002, and the news media refer to it as the "unilateral" or "preemption" strategy. While strategy development has always been one of our effective tactics, the mission of the American Security Council Foundation is to promote public awareness of national security, economic security, and moral leadership through a policy of "Peace through Strength." Today, our American History Live program brings an interactive, real-time program to our future generation to promote civic participation and a renewed sense of pride in America.

Is America facing a new kind of threat?In this Peace Through Strength Brief, Laurence Sanford, Vice President of Operati...
07/30/2026

Is America facing a new kind of threat?

In this Peace Through Strength Brief, Laurence Sanford, Vice President of Operations at the American Security Council Foundation, examines the rise of what he describes as "civil terrorism"—the use of cultural influence, political power, and institutional corruption to undermine the foundations of Western civilization.

From attacks on free speech and free assembly to the growing influence of politics in media and education, Sanford explores why he believes America is on a dangerous path.

"Politics is downstream from culture."

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In this Peace Through Strength Brief, Laurence Sanford, Vice Presid...

For more than 80 years, the United States has shouldered the primary responsibility for global security. But should Amer...
07/30/2026

For more than 80 years, the United States has shouldered the primary responsibility for global security. But should America continue carrying that burden largely alone?

In this thought-provoking guest article, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Tom Raque argues that putting America's interests first does not mean retreating from the world. Instead, it means expecting capable allies to share more of the responsibility for defending the international order they also benefit from.

Is it time for a new strategy—one that keeps America strong while encouraging greater burden-sharing among our allies?

Read the article and join the conversation.

👉 Bringing America Home Is Not Isolationism
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Why the Rest of the World Must Finally Share the Burden of Global Security   For more than eighty years, the United States has provided the foundation of the international security system. American naval power has protected the global commons, secured the world’s principal sea lanes, deterred agg...

Is socialism really "warm," or does history tell a different story?In this latest commentary, we examine the rise of soc...
07/20/2026

Is socialism really "warm," or does history tell a different story?

In this latest commentary, we examine the rise of socialist policies in New York City under Mayor Zohran Mamdani and what they could mean for America's future.

From government-run grocery stores and public housing proposals to concerns about education, teachers' unions, and the growing popularity of socialism among young Americans, the article argues that America's founding principles are at stake.

Read why the author believes defending American civilization begins with understanding the lessons of history.

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🚨 Drones: America’s Next Security Challenge?The skies over America are becoming increasingly vulnerable.From near misses...
07/18/2026

🚨 Drones: America’s Next Security Challenge?

The skies over America are becoming increasingly vulnerable.

From near misses with commercial aircraft to unauthorized drone activity near major events, military installations, and critical infrastructure, the question is no longer if a serious drone incident will occur—but whether America is prepared when it does.

Drones are only one piece of a much larger national security challenge. Cyberattacks, biological threats, foreign influence operations, and emerging technologies are reshaping the security landscape.

America must recognize new threats, strengthen defenses, and ensure that government agencies have the tools and authority needed to protect our citizens, our communities, and our freedoms.

Read the full analysis from the American Security Council Foundation:

It is just a question of time before drones cause a catastrophe in America. Whether by accident or by design, the catastrophe will result from the inability of local and federal government agencies to solve the problem.   The pace of illegal intrusions and near misses is increasing. On Friday, June...

America's next strategic framework must begin with the American citizen.Every alliance, treaty, and foreign commitment s...
07/17/2026

America's next strategic framework must begin with the American citizen.

Every alliance, treaty, and foreign commitment should answer one question:

Is it in the long-term interest of the American constitutional republic?

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Tom Raquer explains why it's time for a new strategic vision.


In the United States, strategic debates often begin with foreign threats: China, Russia, Iran, alliances, and great-power rivalry. These are significant questions, but they’re not the first question.   The first question is one of constitution.   Before policymakers decide what America should do...

Did the June peace deal with Iran achieve America's strategic objectives—or simply postpone the next crisis?In this time...
07/16/2026

Did the June peace deal with Iran achieve America's strategic objectives—or simply postpone the next crisis?

In this timely analysis, ASCF Senior Fellow Alan W. Dowd compares President Trump's pre-war statements on Iran's nuclear program, missile capabilities, sanctions, and regime behavior with the terms of the peace agreement signed last month.

The article examines critical questions surrounding:

Iran's nuclear ambitions
The Strait of Hormuz and maritime security
Sanctions relief and reconstruction funding
Iran's missile and drone programs
America's negotiating leverage
What the deal means for long-term regional stability

National security demands more than political talking points—it requires a clear-eyed assessment of America's interests and the realities on the ground.

Read the full article and decide for yourself.

July 2026—Countless points and counterpoints have been made about the peace deal President Donald Trump signed last month ending hostilities between the U.S. and Iran. Most of those points and counterpoints aim to score political points. A better way to evaluate the deal is to compare what it says...

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591877546846Important Announcement from the American Security Council Foundati...
07/09/2026

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We are excited to announce the launch of the new official page of the American Security Council Foundation — your source for national security updates, educational programs, events, and insights that advance our mission of Peace Through Strength.

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For more than 65 years, ASCF has worked to educate Americans and strengthen our nation’s commitment to freedom, security, and peace.

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Since 1958 the American Security Council Foundation’s (ASCF) mission has been to protect American freedoms and values by promoting public awareness of national security, economic security, and moral leadership through a strategy of Peace through Strength.

Laurence F. Sanford, ASCF Vice President of Operations, examines the historical genocide of Armenians, Greeks, and Assyr...
06/26/2026

Laurence F. Sanford, ASCF Vice President of Operations, examines the historical genocide of Armenians, Greeks, and Assyrians under the Ottoman Empire and explores concerns about modern-day Türkiye's support for Islamist organizations, including Hamas.

Why does history matter today? Understanding past atrocities can help us recognize emerging threats to freedom, religious liberty, and regional stability.

Watch this important discussion and learn why history's lessons remain relevant in today's geopolitical landscape.



Laurence F. Sanford, ASCF Vice President of Operations, examines th...

06/25/2026

The Strait of Malacca may be the world's most vulnerable maritime chokepoint.

At its narrowest point near Singapore, it's only 30 miles wide—yet massive amounts of global oil and trade flow through it every day.

Former U.S. Navy officer and ASCF Vice President- Operations, Laurence F. Sanford, shares firsthand insights on why this strategic passage matters and how China is working around it through pipeline development.

Watch the latest Peace Through Strength Brief.


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