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Why the military’s approach to its suicide epidemic is failing
In this opinion piece, the chairman of Boulder Crest Foundation argues that current military suicide prevention efforts are falling short.
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Army combat fitness test threatens to undermine combat effectiveness
The test disadvantages both male and female soldiers
Commentary
Opinions on war, Pentagon policy, pay and benefits, deployments, uniforms, weapons and more.
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Ode to James Ransone’s memorable portrayal of a junior enlisted Marine
In just seven episodes, James Ransone churned out one of the most relatable on-screen depictions of life as a junior enlisted Marine.
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How masking degrees has affected promotion outcomes in the Air Force
The Air Force is again considering advanced degrees when promoting certain mid-level officers.
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How a new law will help working military spouses
On this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast, two military spouses share the hassles and high costs of just trying to keep their jobs.
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The hardest thing I did in the Army was ask for help
The Army has gone to great lengths to erase the stigma of mental health with countless programs, PowerPoint presentations, and trainings.
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Bombers necessary to deter and defeat
A healthy and capable U.S. bomber fleet is vital to national security.
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A better plan for the Marine Corps and the nation: Vision 2035
A new proposal for the Marine Corps, created by retired Marine generals, offers an alternative approach.
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Justice demands correction of military records for vaccine refusers
Troops who exercised their legally protected medical rights must be made whole.
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Congress needs to do better by troops deployed during holidays
Deployment during the holidays takes a toll on American service members.
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Recalling the Vietnam War’s ‘Christmas bombings’
Operation Linebacker II, also known as the “Christmas bombing campaign,” was a powerful bombing campaign by the U.S. in the Vietnam War.
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It’s time for another Truman moment in the military … with beards
Current military policies require all male members to maintain a clean shave whenever in uniform, unless waivered.
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Congress is building a stronger fleet than the Navy
Lawmakers expect candor from Navy leaders about how their budgets impact their ability to build the fleet we need.
