"Sex Is Like A Cheeseburger:" The National Sexual Menu by Scoti DomeijSex is like a cheeseburger. Today’s X-rated society has reduced sex to the value of a fast food cheeseburger—hot, fast and … Continue Reading
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“The Secret of Freedom:” Fourth Century Wisdom For Today
"The Secret of Freedom:" Fourth Century Wisdom For Today or We Have Met the Enemy and It Is UsBy Richard W. WoodmanEditor's Note: Dr. Woodman is a retired university professor and US Army … Continue Reading
The Dangers of Incentivized Volunteerism
The Dangers of Incentivized Volunteerism by Andrew FisherThe concept of volunteering and helping others less fortunate is the hallmark of what made America great. No other country donates more … Continue Reading
A Note On Brotherhood
A Note On Brotherhood by Kasey PipittI joined the Army on January 30, 2008 - a late bloomer to those of you that have been fighting the good fight for a while, I know. I arrived at 2nd Ranger … Continue Reading
Commandos, In Basic
Commandos, In Basic by Mark LalondeCommandosCharlie two four seven bravoPlatoon, tribe, home from homeCommandosHuddled togetherSteam rising and falling off our … Continue Reading
The Ranger Way: Earning My Combat Scroll
The Ranger Way: Earning My Combat Scroll by James WebbIt was my 3rd mission that I bagged my first bad guy.Right out of the bird, I knew we were running up to the top of a hill and just above … Continue Reading
Cadets: On Branch Night And Every Night, Be The Best “That” That You Can Be
Cadets: On Branch Night And Every Night, Be The Best "That" That You Can Be by LTC Charles FaintEditor's Note: This article was originally published by the Modern War Institute on 15 November … Continue Reading
“Pretending To Be ISIS On Grindr.” It’s As Awesome As You’d Expect (Video)
"Pretending To Be ISIS On Grindr." It's As Awesome As You'd Expect (Video) by Scott Faith I feel like the people who join ISIS have a lack of love in their lives. Where is there an abundance of … Continue Reading
Medicinal Marijuana Use by Veterans and Law Enforcement
For years I wallowed in the depths of my own soul. A child cried out from within to speak out against the unspeakable memories I’d lived through. My facade was that of a bully, the guy who willing to … Continue Reading
In Defense of Slurs
In Defense of Slurs by Christopher Paul Meyer I love slurs. A good slur is a poetic combination of the right consonants, choice syllables and a strong dose of bad-intentioned meaning. Is there a … Continue Reading
Veterans: Why Don’t You Wear What You Earned?
In 2006, the Department of Veteran’s Affairs encouraged Military veterans to wear their medals on civilian attire during specific times of the year and or specific events. Times of the year include … Continue Reading
While He’s Away on Deployment
While He's Away on Deployment by Rebecca RoseI tried to keep my anxiety in check, but worry started to overtake my every thought. I considered all the worst things that might’ve happened to … Continue Reading
Cementing Failure: Shattering The “Concrete” Counterinsurgency Idol
Cementing Failure: Shattering The "Concrete" Counterinsurgency Idol by Tommy Daniel Editor's Note: This article was first published by the Modern War Institute as a response to an article … Continue Reading
A Different President, The Same Conversation
A Different President, The Same Conversation By John ChandlerOriginally published in November of 2016.Since the election results were announced, I have heard of two conversations that sound … Continue Reading