“Order demands violence.” It’s a fundamental truth of human society that is as conspicuous as it is controversial. The controversy comes because Continue Reading
Re-Challenging the “Outside the Box” Fallacy
Coming from a Special Operations Forces (SOF) background, I recognize full well the value of unconventional thinking and innovation in the military Continue Reading
Afghan Interpreter for Special Forces Murdered… in DC?
Nasrat Ahmad Yar, an Afghan who previously served as an interpreter for Special Forces, was shot and killed on the streets of a crime-ridden city. But Continue Reading
He was in the US military. And he set himself on fire for… Palestine?
I didn't write about this issue when the news about it first broke, because I wanted to let the story develop for a few days first. As I learned long Continue Reading
Military Recruiting Is Now So Bad, They Reduced The End Strength
In a time where the U.S. military is facing enormous looming threats from Russia, China, Iran, and numerous other major threats, American forces are Continue Reading
With Gaza, Maybe We Need To Just “Give War a Chance”
I recently read a detailed draft proposal to put international military forces on the ground in Gaza to stop the war between Hamas and Israel. While Continue Reading
“Then They Came for the Jews, and You Did Not Speak Out, Because…”
There's a lot going on in the world these days, both overseas and here in the United States, and a lot of people are getting their eyes opened to a Continue Reading
Gal Gadot: How Wonder Woman Went From “Girl Boss” to “Genocider” in 45 Minutes
Actress Gal Gadot, famous for her "Wonder Woman" role, is not a typical Hollywood starlet. To begin with, she is Israeli. Also, she is a military Continue Reading
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Veterans
Veterans, the old year is done, and a new year is beginning. Perhaps more than some others, we as vets know that yesterday is done, today is a gift, Continue Reading
Why Do You Keep Saying “Militant” Instead of “Terrorist,” and “Executed” Instead of “Murdered”?
There are many disturbing trends that I have noticed in the aftermath of Hamas' recent terrorist attack against Israel. One of the main ones is the Continue Reading
The Future Of Water Is… Edible?
Now THIS is interesting: water that is designed to be eaten. Scientists have developed a plant-based fluid storage "pod" that is durable, Continue Reading
The Time Popeyes Restaurants Offered… Emotional Support Chicken?
In preparing for a potential article on support animals for veterans, I came across Emily Cline's thoughtful and well-written piece about fact vs. Continue Reading