The analysis hits the bulls eye. Ship’s crews carry out their duties fully aware of the hazards that face them. We can and must do much more to support them under these adverse conditions. Top line changes are an imperative for the welfare of the ship.
This abuse of our military due to the Trump/Hegseth wet dreams of endless war is despicable, unsustainable and ultimately disastrous to our national security. Our international adversaries now clearly understand America is weaker than it has been in a century. All because of an overdose of hubris and testosterone in the White House and DOD Secretarial Suite.
One thing we learned from the COVID deployments was that the real stress sinks in and takes a toll once the crew returns home. This should definitely be part of the discussion.
This is an important reminder that military readiness is not measured only by equipment, deployments, or operational tempo. It is also measured by the condition of the people carrying the mission.
From my own experience in military and security service, I have learned that prolonged pressure, uncertainty, and separation can gradually affect morale, judgment, and operational effectiveness.
Supporting service members is not a sign of weakness. It is part of strategic readiness and responsible leadership. Listening to those on the front line is not only a moral responsibility—it is a national security responsibility.
The toxic, parasitic climate is destroying the ability of our military to support and defend the Constitution, and ensure life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness of Americans. Clearly, the prevalence of passive hostility, self-aggrandizement, corruption, incompetence, and exploitation of power and position for personal gain is transforming the climate and culture of the military. Just because we and those currently serving swore an oath to support and defend the Constitution does not mean we will do so with all our hearts when actions are sabotaging, motivation, commitment, loyalty, duty, integrity, and courage.
The analysis hits the bulls eye. Ship’s crews carry out their duties fully aware of the hazards that face them. We can and must do much more to support them under these adverse conditions. Top line changes are an imperative for the welfare of the ship.
This abuse of our military due to the Trump/Hegseth wet dreams of endless war is despicable, unsustainable and ultimately disastrous to our national security. Our international adversaries now clearly understand America is weaker than it has been in a century. All because of an overdose of hubris and testosterone in the White House and DOD Secretarial Suite.
One thing we learned from the COVID deployments was that the real stress sinks in and takes a toll once the crew returns home. This should definitely be part of the discussion.
This is an important reminder that military readiness is not measured only by equipment, deployments, or operational tempo. It is also measured by the condition of the people carrying the mission.
From my own experience in military and security service, I have learned that prolonged pressure, uncertainty, and separation can gradually affect morale, judgment, and operational effectiveness.
Supporting service members is not a sign of weakness. It is part of strategic readiness and responsible leadership. Listening to those on the front line is not only a moral responsibility—it is a national security responsibility.
The toxic, parasitic climate is destroying the ability of our military to support and defend the Constitution, and ensure life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness of Americans. Clearly, the prevalence of passive hostility, self-aggrandizement, corruption, incompetence, and exploitation of power and position for personal gain is transforming the climate and culture of the military. Just because we and those currently serving swore an oath to support and defend the Constitution does not mean we will do so with all our hearts when actions are sabotaging, motivation, commitment, loyalty, duty, integrity, and courage.
Excellent analysis and conclusion founded upon multiple commands .