Reflecting on Military Veterans Who Were Honored by the NBA We all know about the sacrifice made and constantly being made by our fellow military veterans and in this piece we will reflect on the recent moments that military veterans were honored during NBA games which are not short of iconic moments over the years, according to Betway. In Nov. 15, 2014, military veterans … [Read more...]
The Societal Pendulum Swings Wildly and We’re Out of Time
The Societal Pendulum Swings Wildly and We're Out of Time by Jesse Short Author's Note: This article was originally written in February of 2018. I never published it and was hoping the system I described would go away, but this proved to be wishful thinking. There are individuals and communities, but they are only described according to how the story being told is … [Read more...]
Veteran Kills Himself at the VA: A Failure Written in Blood
Veteran Kills Himself at the VA: A Failure Written in Blood by Leonard Benton This first appeared in The Havok Journal May 13, 2015. On every Veterans Administration job announcement, there is a copy of the VA's mission statement. It reads: OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and … [Read more...]
Police Training Must Include Stress Inoculation: “Everyone Has a Plan ‘Til They Get Punched in the Face”
Police Training Must Include Stress Inoculation: "Everyone Has a Plan 'Til They Get Punched in the Face" by Ayman Kafel I was born in Monrovia, Liberia in the early '80s. I remember so much about it. The beaches, the muddy roads, the wildlife in the jungles, my father's job, where we lived, and I remember when Charles Taylor took over and war broke out. I saw a soldier jump … [Read more...]
4 Reasons to Purchase Collision Insurance, Even If It’s Optional
4 Reasons to Purchase Collision Insurance, Even If It's Optional While you may think of your car insurance as a single policy for which you make one monthly payment, auto insurance providers price each coverage component separately. While shopping around for a new insurance plan, you'll have to decide which coverage forms you want to include in your policy. Before … [Read more...]
The Motorcycle Relief Project: Saving One Veteran at a Time
The Motorcycle Relief Project: Saving One Veteran at a Time by Rob Williams, Photographs by Dan Schrock This originally appeared in Overland Journal August 30, 2018. It is republished here with the author's permission. My favorite part of the week is the first time the veterans walk out and see the BMW motorcycles they will be riding for the next five days. The veterans … [Read more...]
Duane “Dewey” Clarridge: A Spy for All Seasons
Duane “Dewey” Clarridge: A Spy for All Seasons by Scott Faith This is a repost of the obituary writeup for Duane Clarridge. I thought our readers would enjoy reading about his exploits and service to our nation. This first appeared in The Havok Journal May 10, 2017. _____ Duane Ramsdell Clarridge, a legendary CIA officer known for his daring exploits, colorful bravura … [Read more...]
How Coronavirus Affects American Colleges
The coronavirus had greatly changed the way things work all over the world. American colleges have undergone major changes in response to this. Some shifted to online classes immediately while other schools without concrete plans for a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic find it tough to abruptly switch to modules or virtual learning. Learners now register for online admission, … [Read more...]
The Death of the Modern-Day Warrior
The Death of the Modern-Day Warrior by Ayman Kafel There is such a massive disconnect between the warrior class and the civilian class in the modern world. Yes, I did say warrior class. I do believe that there is a warrior class. The warrior class is a small group of the modern population. They are your service members, 1st responders, and certain other professions. In … [Read more...]
Battling for Help: One Ranger Veteran’s Story
Battling for Help: One Ranger Veteran's Story by Leo Jenkins Editor's Note: The Havok Journal readers expressed strong reactions to the recent articles we posted relating to PTSD, the Veterans' Administration, and particularly the issue of suicide. It seems only appropriate to address all of those issues through the experiences of one of our own. This first appeared in … [Read more...]
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