The American College of National Security Leaders
Through informed experts, ACNSL seeks to educate the public about national security, educate and prepare the next generation of national security leaders, and inform national security decision-making.
RDML Jamie Barnett (Chair of ACNSL Board) presents the first annual ACNSL Book Award to Ambassador Herman J. Cohen. Information about the 2025 ACNSL Book Award can be found here.
ACNSL is a nonpartisan voice of experience on national security issues. Our Fellows are retired Admirals, Generals, Ambassadors, and Senior Government Executives with decades of experience in national security, diplomacy, and defense. Together, we are committed to strengthening the security of the United States.
National Security Commentary
- -- RAND: Factors Shaping the Future of China's Military 1/30/2025
- -- Brookings: Rethinking place-based economic security in the age of climate migration 1/31/2025
- -- Council on Foreign Relations: Securing Ukraine’s Future: What Should the United States Do? 1/30/2025
- -- ACNSL Original: Maj Gen Lepper & Maj Gen Turley discuss how Presidential immunity will affect how military leaders evaluate a 'lawful order' 10/28/2024
- --RAND: AI's Power Requirements Under Exponential Growth 1/28/2025
- -- Atlantic Council: From Russia’s shadow fleet to China’s maritime claims: The freedom of the seas is under threat 1/23/2025
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Publications
ACNSL Fellows encourage commentary around national security after their military/government service is complete through articles and books.
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Members
Our members continue their service in support of their oaths to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.
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Contact Us
Get in touch with us. For media inquiries and for requesting speakers and panelists, please send your request to speaker@acnsl.net
