The Cost of Loyalty

In The Cost of Loyalty, Tim Bakken, a West Point law professor and whistleblower, provides a critical examination of the detrimental effects of arrogance and blind loyalty within the U.S. military. Drawing from his two decades of experience, Bakken argues that the insular culture of the military leads to catastrophic failings in warfare and a disconnection from civil society. He discusses the pervasive issues of deceit, privilege, and an outdated educational system that contribute to repeated failures in American military conflicts, making a compelling case for the need to address these systemic problems.