Opinion

3M’s heartless approach toward Purple Heart recipients

3M sold its Combat Arms earplugs to every branch of the armed forces, but design defects may have caused hearing loss for service members.

22 hours ago

Campaigning at the top of the world: The Arctic and homeland defense

It is becoming increasingly apparent that competitors, such as Russia and China, desire to influence international norms and alter the behaviors of allies, partners and Arctic-focused countries for the benefit of these competitor nations.

2 days ago

The Army needs to increase boots on the ground in urban areas

The Army continues to pour resources into a bottomless pit to solve its recruiting issues, and it is time to think outside the pit.

Camp Lejeune’s toxic water killed my daughter. This new law finally allows affected families to take legal action

Janey, the only one of the author's four children conceived at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, died of leukemia at age 9.

2 days ago

How does use of ‘ninja missile’ change counterterrorism?

Drone strikes have also been relatively effective at limiting collateral damage compared to other strike options—reducing deaths among both civilians on the ground as well as U.S. servicemembers who might otherwise take part in a ground raid. Needless to say, a more precise missile will only serve to keep lowering civilian casualties.

2 days ago

Debunking the myth that long range fires can replace Marine cannon artillery

Replacing cannon artillery with rockets risks the lives of Marines and success of close operations, these retired Marines say.

4 days ago

Consider bringing prospective recruits to transition counseling

The military must get out of its bubble, be willing to perceive itself as the public perceives the military and be willing and ready to tackle the “elephants in the room..

7 days ago

An Air Force return to early officer promotions would be ill-advised without more data

A decision to return to early promotions should be driven by data, performance and other information on officers who were promoted under the current system.

8 days ago

The Marine Corps’ new plan will not beat China in a fight for Taiwan

Information obtained from open-source literature reveals examples of how the new EABO doctrine is destined to fail, this Marine veteran claims.

8 days ago

Growing together: Partnerships are essential to forge a path to peace

Our enlisted corps must be empowered and understand mission command, writes Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne Bass.

11 days ago

Why some families aren’t recommending military service

The president of the Military Family Advisory Network shares why fewer military and veteran family members may be recommending military life to others on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

2 weeks ago

Ukraine needs US help disposing of the bombs, landmines left in Russia’s wake

"This emerging crisis will only continue to worsen and plague Ukrainian villages, fields and daily life long after the war ends."

2 weeks ago

VA reforms must not limit options for veterans

Veterans Affairs reforms should be done in a way that does not limit the choices available to veterans who may need help navigating the benefits process.

3 weeks ago

Expand Tricare for veterans living in US territories

Extending equitable access to TRICARE Prime could help retirees living in U.S. territories.

3 weeks ago

The problem with retaining only 5 (or possibly 7) active Marine Corps cannon artillery batteries

Most Marines in combat will soon be fighting "without close, continuous and accurate fire support," this retired Marine argues.

4 weeks ago

To retain talent, the Air Force must return to early officer promotions

Many brilliant officers are unwilling to languish in jobs where their knowledge and effort are underappreciated, and where middle management stifles their efforts to drive innovation.

4 weeks ago

Our ground forces deserve a strong aerial refueling capability

Winning a war on the ground is about far more than soldiers, tanks, artillery and rifles.

4 weeks ago

Senate must back creation of ‘Space National Guard’ to end a needless division

A brain drain in the space arena will have detrimental effects on our national security and our states’ readiness, and creating a Space National Guard is the best, most cost-efficient way to prevent that from happening.

4 weeks ago

How inflation is impacting military families

Military Times reporter Karen Jowers breaks down how families are being affected and how they can get help on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

4 weeks ago

Gutting cannon artillery in the Marine Corps’ new fighting plan is a huge mistake

Cannon artillery is "the only all-weather, immediately on call and sustainable fire support available to maneuver forces in 'every clime and place.'"

5 weeks ago

Behind the scenes of ‘Moving With the Military’ with Maria Reed

Army spouse Maria Reed, creator of “Moving With the Military,” shares her passion for the home makeover TV show and the story of her inspirational work with military families on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

5 weeks ago

How volunteers can help defeat great powers

"It was clear from the onset and confirmed throughout our visit that volunteers played a critical role in the defense of Kyiv, yet their role has not been systematically studied."

5 weeks ago

Wives of fighter pilots on what ‘Top Gun’ gets right — and wrong

Four wives of fighter pilots dish the details you don’t see in the Hollywood films on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

6 weeks ago

Historic bill will help military burn pit victims, families

A military widow and a veterans advocate explain why this legislation matters for families currently serving on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

7 weeks ago

Marine Corps artillery ― it isn’t too late to salvage it

Armor, engineering and other required assets may be forever lost, but it is not too late for an artillery course correction, this retired Marine lieutenant general writes.

7 weeks ago

Sergeant to private: How I overcame addiction and salvaged my Army career

Joining the Army was the best decision of my life, and that is a decision I would never change.

8 weeks ago

How military spouses are helping Ukrainian refugees

Two Army spouses share the story of their community coming together to make a big impact on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

8 weeks ago

US Navy secretary previews priorities for Pacific tour

At the top of his mind is a threat impacting the service's mission, people, platforms and installations.

2 months ago

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3M sold its Combat Arms earplugs to every branch of the armed forces, but design defects may have caused hearing loss for service members.

It is becoming increasingly apparent that competitors, such as Russia and China, desire to influence international norms and alter the behaviors of allies, partners and Arctic-focused countries for the benefit of these competitor nations.

The Army continues to pour resources into a bottomless pit to solve its recruiting issues, and it is time to think outside the pit.

Janey, the only one of the author's four children conceived at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, died of leukemia at age 9.

Replacing cannon artillery with rockets risks the lives of Marines and success of close operations, these retired Marines say.

The military must get out of its bubble, be willing to perceive itself as the public perceives the military and be willing and ready to tackle the “elephants in the room..

A decision to return to early promotions should be driven by data, performance and other information on officers who were promoted under the current system.

Information obtained from open-source literature reveals examples of how the new EABO doctrine is destined to fail, this Marine veteran claims.

Our enlisted corps must be empowered and understand mission command, writes Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne Bass.

The president of the Military Family Advisory Network shares why fewer military and veteran family members may be recommending military life to others on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

"This emerging crisis will only continue to worsen and plague Ukrainian villages, fields and daily life long after the war ends."

Veterans Affairs reforms should be done in a way that does not limit the choices available to veterans who may need help navigating the benefits process.

Extending equitable access to TRICARE Prime could help retirees living in U.S. territories.

Most Marines in combat will soon be fighting "without close, continuous and accurate fire support," this retired Marine argues.

Many brilliant officers are unwilling to languish in jobs where their knowledge and effort are underappreciated, and where middle management stifles their efforts to drive innovation.

Winning a war on the ground is about far more than soldiers, tanks, artillery and rifles.

A brain drain in the space arena will have detrimental effects on our national security and our states’ readiness, and creating a Space National Guard is the best, most cost-efficient way to prevent that from happening.

Military Times reporter Karen Jowers breaks down how families are being affected and how they can get help on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

Cannon artillery is "the only all-weather, immediately on call and sustainable fire support available to maneuver forces in 'every clime and place.'"

Army spouse Maria Reed, creator of “Moving With the Military,” shares her passion for the home makeover TV show and the story of her inspirational work with military families on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

"It was clear from the onset and confirmed throughout our visit that volunteers played a critical role in the defense of Kyiv, yet their role has not been systematically studied."

Four wives of fighter pilots dish the details you don’t see in the Hollywood films on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

A military widow and a veterans advocate explain why this legislation matters for families currently serving on this episode of The Spouse Angle podcast.

Armor, engineering and other required assets may be forever lost, but it is not too late for an artillery course correction, this retired Marine lieutenant general writes.

Joining the Army was the best decision of my life, and that is a decision I would never change.

Two Army spouses share the story of their community coming together to make a big impact on this episode of The Spouse Angle.

At the top of his mind is a threat impacting the service's mission, people, platforms and installations.