The politics of war would be profoundly different if more Americans had a direct connection with the military
Afghanistan
A Vet’s Perspective on the Afghan Massacre
Now that Staff Sergeant Robert Bales faces 17 counts of murder, it’s time to reopen the debate on mental-health screening for our soldiers, says a veteran who suffered from post-traumatic stress
Is The Army Responsible for the Afghan Massacre?
There must have been a breakdown in leadership or protocol to allow a lone soldier to wander off base and commit such a heinous crime
Why We Must Stop the Blame Game
A U.S. Marine in Afghanistan wonders why the United States can’t come together to overcome our nation’s challenges
What To Thank a Vet For: Compassion
Veterans Day can be awkward when civilians don’t really know what they’re thanking soldiers for