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Another interesting discussion at the Hoover Institute. Some valuable takeaways for current and future leaders, both military and political. For those of us who find ourselves looking to those leaders: speak up and let them know the military is for achieving political wins in war. It is not an asset to be used by either party for political narratives and social justice agendas. I hope you will take the time to listen. https://lnkd.in/erQ6J8-p

Today is the anniversary of D-Day when over 150,000 Allied forces stormed Normandy, France during World War II. Other than top military brass, very few people knew about the operation in advance. Women codebreakers were among those with prior knowledge of the invasion, and many of them kept what they knew secret their entire lives. Read more about the contributions of the "Code Girls," members of the Navy's Women's Reserve, also known as WAVES, in this Newsweek article: https://lnkd.in/gwwJAXgW #womencodebreakers #womenandwwii #womensreserveworldwar2

U.S. military officers take an oath to the Constitution upon commissioning, pledging loyalty to the country and subordination to its laws. This oath underscores their commitment to follow lawful orders from civilian officials — the President, Congress, and the courts- who interpret the Constitution. Defending a democracy lies in the unwavering adherence to the law, a principle that forms the bedrock of the U.S. military officer’s role. Officership in a democracy demands characteristics such as good judgment and balancing martial excellence with humanity. Military culture and tradition support the officer's role, emphasizing the group over the individual and the necessity of hierarchy. A legal divide between the military and society is necessary to preserve democratic values. Ironically, it takes a small subset of the society devoted to the group to uphold individual rights for the larger society. How does this work in practice? Please click and find out.

Military Thoughts: From Israel, to Europe and the United States January 25, 2024 Join Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler in a conversation on the two-state solution in Israel, old and new urban warfare, generals Robert E. Lee, William T. Sherman and Lloyd Austin, the needs of our modern military, Europe needs to prepare for war, and the hysterical style of our politics.

Are female peacekeepers considered when peace negotiations are being made on conflict stricken areas? Since 1948, almost two million men and women have served in the United Nations (UN) Peacekeepers as police, military, or civilians. Tragically, more than 3,500 have lost their lives in the cause of peace. Amidst the conflicts and chaos which plague our world, there are unsung heroes, working tirelessly to bring peace and stability to war-torn communities. Who are these unsung heroes? https://lnkd.in/g6bc8j_S #happypeacekeepersday #fitforthefuture #gendermainstreaming

Today in US military history – June 04 - 1794 – Congress passed a Neutrality Act that banned Americans from serving in armed forces of foreign powers. #VFWPostPride #VFW2562 #WheatonMD #vetrepreneur #rebuilding We are rebuilding Post 2562, come make the VFW what you want it to be https://vfw2562.org America’s most vetrepreneur friendly VFW Post

Military Veterans and Political Partisanship General Michael Flynn, after serving as the National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump, faced scrutiny for his engagement in politically charged rhetoric. During the 2016 US presidential campaign, referring to Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, General Flynn led chants of "Lock her up!" at the Republican National Convention. The episode underscored concerns about the erosion, globally, of the apolitical nature of the military and the potential damage to the public's perception of the military’s professionalism.  In India too, partisan political utterances by military veterans have often called the apolitical ethos of the military into question. Military veterans, with their experience and influence, wield significant sway over public opinion. When veterans engage in overtly partisan behaviour, it risks politicizing the military and undermining its reputation as a non-partisan institution. The General Flynn episode serves as a cautionary tale, showcasing the risks associated with military veterans becoming openly partisan. Whether in the US or India, to preserve the apolitical traditions of the military, retired military officers need to exercise restraint and discretion when speaking on political issues. Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/ggzimij3 #Military #Defence #MilitaryVeterans

YOU KNOW IN YOUR HEART OF HEARTS HE SAID NO MATTER HOW MUCH HE SAYS "FAKE NEWS"! Welcome to the Ultimate Showdown: Conning Conundrum Syndrome vs. Trump Derangement Syndrome! In one corner, we have... Conning Conundrum Syndrome (CCS)! - Symptoms: Unshakable loyalty, denial reflex, and the blame game shuffle. Victims insist they haven't been conned by Trump and Putin, despite overwhelming evidence that could make a blindfolded jury shout "Guilty!" And in the other corner, we have... Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS)! - Symptoms: Uncontrollable eye-rolling at the mention of Trump, spontaneous fits of fact-checking, and an intense urge to debunk every tweet. Accused sufferers vehemently oppose Trump, sometimes with a fervor that rivals a sports fan during the playoffs. CCS - "Conning Conundrum Syndrome" is like having a GPS that stubbornly refuses to recalibrate. You're headed for a cliff, but it keeps saying, "Turn right in 100 feet." You’re convinced the destination is glorious, but spoiler alert: it’s a steep drop into reality. TDS - "Trump Derangement Syndrome" is like having a highly sensitive radar that detects every single Trump-related blip, no matter how small. You’re hyper-aware of every move, comment, and typo, often resulting in high blood pressure and a sudden urge to tweet. Denial vs. Obsession - CCS: "No way, Trump’s perfect!" - TDS: "No way, Trump’s terrible!" Blame Game vs. Blame Flame - CCS: "What about those emails?" - TDS: "What about that tax return?" Loyalty vs. Paranoia - CCS: "Trump could do no wrong." - TDS: "Trump can do no right." The Hilarious Hypocrisy: - CCS sufferers are like fans at a magic show, utterly convinced that the magician’s tricks are real, while TDS sufferers are the skeptics yelling, "I see the wires!" - CCS Remedy: "Come on, admitting you've been conned isn't that bad. Think of it like realizing the magician pulls rabbits out of hats, not thin air." - TDS Remedy: "Hey, take a breath. Sometimes it’s okay to let a tweet pass by without a full investigation. Not every blip is a bombshell." In the grand scheme of things, both CCS and TDS could use a little bit of perspective, a dash of humor, and a lot less stress. After all, life’s too short to be stuck in a syndrome, right? So, whether you’re staunchly defending or constantly critiquing, remember to laugh along the way. Because in the end, we’re all just trying to navigate this crazy world, one conundrum at a time.