The power of American values is even greater than its military or economy. However, says Rep. "Buck" McKeon of California, time and again we’ve seen the Administration reject notions of American exceptionalism and only reluctantly assume the role of the world’s lone democratic superpower. Drawing on his experience as the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. McKeon describes what this means for winning the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, detaining and prosecuting terrorists, engaging both allies and adversaries, and investing in a robust national defense. He calls for a National Defense Education and Investment Act to increase funding for basic defense research and ensure we maintain America's technological edge.