The book is a call to action for U.S. foreign policy that proposes economic, diplomatic and military actions and ideas to counter rising Chinese influence. Ward discusses the role of the free press and media in this modern-day contest.
Ward has advised the U.S. Department of Defense, and has led U.S. companies in the technology, manufacturing and finance sectors. Through his company Atlas Organization, Ward helps Fortune 500 companies understand the U.S.-China global competition.