I started ArmsControlWonk.com in March 2004 for inchoate reasons. Over time, I’ve constructed an elaborate post-hoc rationalization for the site focusing on four goals:
- To report items of interest that wouldn’t make it into the New York Times,
- Place arms control related developments into context and correct lousy reporting,
- To explore the foundations of arms control and other cooperative security strategies, and
- Finally, to amuse myself and others.
Toward that end, I asked Jane Vaynman to join the blog in September 2006. Jane will cover arms control issues from Moscow, where she is a Fulbright Scholar. Paul Kerr, a Research Analyst at the Arms Control Association, also blogged here from October 2004 – September 2006. Paul now maintains his own blog, TotalWonkerr, but occasionally crossposts here.
The opinions expressed here are our own and not those of our respective employers.
As I contemplate the future of this blog, I am always eager for feedback or tips. Comments are welcome, provided they are constructive and civil. Thanks for reading.
