As a young man, I was fortunate enough to be involved with youth organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America. In the ‘Boy Scouts’, I learned various tasks the public has come to know: camping skills, marksmanship, and community service (those tin bins of popcorn won’t sell themselves!). Specifically, I recall earning merit badges (awards for completing specific … [Read more...]
Knock it Off and Get to Work: Four Problems Bigger Than Partisan Politics.
I was often asked about what I would do after President Trump was inaugurated. My response was, “get up and make production at the plant.” That was the truth. I had no reason to do anything different and I still don’t. We have bigger problems to solve.There are large segments of America unhappy with the 2016 elections results. Many constituents are disappointed with members … [Read more...]
Redemption: 14 years and 1 Suicide Attempt Later
From within a luxury seaside villa I swallowed them all. I hit send on my phone and I closed my eyes. After that amount of VA candy, it’s a miracle I am still alive. I often ponder what made me wake up and decide it was all over. Had I decided later in the day, after a few drinks, like most days, I would be dead right now. Alcohol significantly increases the toxicity levels of … [Read more...]
Should Civilians be Allowed to Rent Base Housing?
Most of Havok Journal’s readers remember when the Army privatized base housing; for those who might be too young to remember when the Army owned and managed your home, I can confidently say that when housing on Army bases was privatized, the homes and common areas got nicer…a lot nicer. Two car garages, open floor plans, granite countertops, fenced backyards, easy maintenance, … [Read more...]
“Girl” Guns: Just Don’t
In Iraq, I carried some sort of a weapon on some part of my body every day for two years. I carried a sidearm (M9 Beretta), I carried an M16, and sometimes I carried an M240…honestly it was annoying and often a giant pain in the ass. Nonetheless I eventually warmed to their heavy burden and guns managed to become a part of me, so much so that when I left the Army, I could not … [Read more...]
Robin Hood Pictures Presents: John Came Home
Robin Hood Pictures presents John Came Home, the company's first film that is produced for veterans and civilians alike. It’s no secret that transitioning from active duty to civilian life is a struggle that not only affects the warrior, but also the family that surrounds him or her. This movie will paint a picture of that struggle and the wages of war.John Came Home is … [Read more...]
Minnesota Underdog: A Marines Quest for the U.S. Senate
This coming Tuesday most Minnesotans will go about their daily lives as usual, but for former Marine Corps Sergeant David J. Carlson — Tuesday presents one of the biggest opportunities and challenges he will endure in his life. On August 12th, Carlson squares off in a heated battle for the Republican Party candidacy for the right to challenge Democratic incumbent Al Franken in … [Read more...]
David J. Carlson Part Two – National Security and Veterans Issues
Welcome to part two of our question and answer session with Republican candidate for United States Senate, David J. Carlson. This section will focus on veteran related questions, discourse on the military and his opinions on the crisis we face on the Mexican Border. Once again, thanks to David for taking time out of his schedule to talk with The Havok Journal.You served … [Read more...]
David J. Carlson Part One — Introduction and Domestic Policy
As highlighted in our article yesterday, David J. Carlson is a candidate seeking the Republican nomination to take on Democratic incumbent Al Franken in November’s mid-term Senatorial election. I had the pleasure of doing a question and answer exchange with David yesterday and below is a copy of the dialogue. Part one will consist of an introduction of David … [Read more...]