# The Powell Principles of AI

> Source: <https://smallwarsjournal.com/2026/08/19/the-powell-principles-of-ai/>
> Published: 2026-08-19 06:00:32+00:00

Abstract Colin Powell’s career stretched from early Cold War duties through Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the digital overhaul of the State Department. His approach to self‑study, team selection, and challenging institutional assumptions offers a useful template for today’s leaders who are integrating artificial intelligence into staff work and mission command. This article argues that commanders should use AI to buy …

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