In my previous post, I called for a modern version of Eisenhower’s Cold War Project
Solarium—a disciplined, structured exercise that brought together multiple competing
strategies to shape U.S. national security policy for decades. This updated version, Solarium
2.0, is not just a thought experiment—it’s a decision-making engine designed for the
complexities of today’s world. Now, I’m proposing a specific application: using Solarium 2.0
to evaluate the Golden Dome missile defense concept, from its initial architecture and
technology development to its deployment and real-world use in a crisis. The aim is to
stress-test every stage of the Golden Dome under realistic, high-pressure
scenarios—measuring not just technical feasibility, but also strategic stability, deterrence
value, and global political impact. With the Decision Clock ticking, the question isn’t
whether to act—it’s whether we can act wisely, together, before time runs out.