Mean Tweets and PTSD: Facts, Fakers, and the Future This article was first published May 18, 2014... but it never seems to get old. _____ Americans love labels. We look to distinguish ourselves by the physical labels in our clothing, on the cars we drive, on the bottle of beer we drink. It’s interesting in a society consumed with “not labling” others, we are quick to label … [Read more...]
The Ranger Way – A “Peer Eval” on Benghazi Survivor Kris Paronto’s Book
The Ranger Way - A "Peer Eval" on Benghazi Survivor Kris Paronto's Book by an Army Ranger It is fitting with the upcoming, week-long celebration at Fort Benning, Georgia known as “Ranger Rendezvous” to highlight a book published in May 2017. The Ranger Way, written by Kris “Tanto” Paronto, underscores both the value and unique lifestyle of a Ranger. Having both earned the … [Read more...]
Six Ways Veterans Can Fix America RIGHT NOW
Six Ways Veterans Can Fix America RIGHT NOW by Leonard Benton I have lost confidence in the idea that my elected officials are listening to anything I have to say and I know for sure they did not ask my opinion before they come up with things to waste my money or attack my beliefs. Perhaps I am not alone in that feeling. Our current political climate, volcanic with a … [Read more...]
You Cannot Stomp the Light into Anyone
You Cannot Stomp the Light into Anyone by Michael Bama Katt You'll never bully anyone into changing. You cannot stomp The Light into anyone. They have to want it. You know the phrase, "be the change you want to see in the world"? That one's not just another sanctimonious hit of holier than thou slactivist armchair do goodery. That one's actual guidance and I picked up on it … [Read more...]
Why I Don’t Play Practical Jokes Anymore
Why I Don't Play Practical Jokes Anymore by Michael Bama Katt A kid who worked for me when I was a warehouse foreman for a saw mill and hardwood staircase parts manufacturer back home in Tuscaloosa, Jamey, was a good guy, just an ideal employee. And he was pretty sharp for the most part, but boy oh boy was he gullible. Good natured about it though, which really freed me … [Read more...]
Facebook “Routinely Suppresses Conservative Content”
Facebook "Routinely Suppresses Conservative Content" by Scott Faith This first appeared in The Havok Journal June 14, 2017...and it's still happening in 2020. If you are like most Americans, you might assume that "trending news" tickers, like the one featured on Facebook, objectively represents the relative popularity of important news stories. After all, Facebook … [Read more...]
A Shepherd’s Head is Always Clear, Because the “Clouded Mind Sees Nothing”
A Shepherd's Head is Always Clear, Because the "Clouded Mind Sees Nothing" by Michael Bama Katt I needed to run a guy off from a dance club I was working, and he was just flat not going to agree to that. My go to move at the time was to hold my 4 D cell Maglite vertically, put it between his legs from behind, turn it horizontal, and pull up very slightly, holding his collar … [Read more...]
PTS…D? A Disease is Not a Disorder
PTS...D? A Disease is Not a Disorder by Marty Skovlund Sr. Editor's Note: Marty Skovlund Jr. founded The Havok Journal. His father, Marty Sr., an Army veteran and all-around great man, was our #1 fan. He even wrote a few articles for us himself, this being one. Marty Sr. moved on to the big rally point in the sky, August 6, 2017. We are forever thankful to host this … [Read more...]
A Patient Warrior Can Transform Fear into Friendship, Hatred into Harmony
A Patient Warrior Can Transform Fear into Friendship, Hatred into Harmony by Michael Bama Katt When I first started getting lunch at the deli in the IGA several years ago, the counter guy was a small, very well-groomed, nattily dressed, sincerely flamboyant middle-aged guy. He was pleasant and polite, a naturally friendly guy. To other people. Me... he was absolutely … [Read more...]
What is the Real Problem with Gun Violence in America?
What is the Real Problem with Gun Violence in America? by Paul J. O'leary It is sad, tragic, and all too familiar now. It has become akin to a political battle drill: a sociopathic individual armed with a gun enters a public place where people should be able to go and spend quality time and begins shooting, leaving a body count and a nation mourning yet another … [Read more...]
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