my theory is, if he writes about anything other than politics, its worth a look
I used to like Fallows. He did contribute a lot by publicizing and supporting the work of fighter ace and engineer Col. John Boyd and the “fighter mafia.” Boyd, over the strong objection of the Air Force acquisition czars was pushing for highly maneuverable aircraft that resulted in the F15, F16 and F18. His folks were also largely responsible for another USAF hated aircraft, the A10, which they are determined to rid themselves of.