Letters:

In light of these and other factors, it seems clear to me that Taiwan ought to forego the Kidd class destroyers. The sole argument in favor of buying them seems to be that they are for sale. The submarines, aircraft and other hardware in the deal are more realistic acquisitions. Yes, the ships look powerful and imposing. But an invisible reality of strength is preferable to a visible pretence of the same.

Jackson Landers

Charlottesville, Virginia