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Jun
30
2010

RESTREPO: Real Love, Real Sacrifice, in Real Time

A “sneak peek” of the gripping new Afghan War documentary “Restrepo” leads to a key question – what compels Soldiers to go to battle, again and again? As a Soldier myself, I have some ideas…

Mar
29
2010

Afghanistan – Beyond the Battlefield

President Obama rallied US troops in Afghanistan last weekend. But what was his underlying message to Afghans? How committed is the U.S. to Afghanistan’s long-term progress? And what do military leaders envision on the road ahead?

Mar
16
2010

Afghanistan – Can We “Win”?

Before we claim “mission accomplished” in Afghanistan, shouldn’t we revisit U.S. objectives, and be sure our strategies support those goals? It’s worth looking for wisdom from military leaders who’ve been on the ground – up close and personal with Afghan tribes.

Feb
27
2010

Afghanistan – The Trials of Tribal Leaders

In the Afghan War, winning battles against the Taliban is one way to measure progress. But winning hearts and minds of the Afghan people will require a much deeper commitment. It’s worth considering what keeps tribal leaders up at night…

Sep
25
2009

9/11 – Just Another Day at the Office?

Looking back on a day of remembrance – what’s the best way a Soldier can honor the victims of 9/11?