All About the Base

A video series with Jerry McGinn that offers insights and commentary on key industrial base issues

Welcome to All About the Base, a video series examining the key industrial base topics of the day. Each episode digs into the issues that matter to determine how the United States and its allies and partners can build, sustain, and scale the capacity and capabilities needed in a crisis. Dr. Jerry McGinn, host of All About the Base and director of the Center for the Industrial Base, brings timely insights on one of the most consequential national security issues of our time.

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From supply chain shocks to rising conflict, America can’t afford to fall short again. Jerry McGinn, director of the Center for the Industrial Base at CSIS, cuts through the noise to find real solutions. All About the Base — premieres Monday, December 15.

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Actualizing the "Arsenal of Freedom" | All About the Base

The CSIS Center for the Industrial Base is proud to launch the first episode of All About the Base, a video series examining key industrial base issues. The first episode explores Secretary Hegseth's plans for defense acquisition reform.

Event — December 15, 2025