Daniel DePretis, the author of the article, is from New York. His articles are published in Chicago, NY and Washington. His job is within an organization with the purpose

> to inform citizens, thought leaders, and policymakers of the importance of a strong, dynamic military - used more judiciously to protect America's narrowly defined national interests - and promote a realistic grand strategy prioritizing restraint, diplomacy, and free trade to ensure U.S. security

I cannot see what in the article may suggest the parent comment.