Social media is an undeniable comfort for those in the military and their families as communication from remote areas easier than ever before. But loose tweets sink fleets, and the British Ministry of Defence has produced two PSAs warning both military personnel and their loved ones to think before they “tweet, blog, update, tag, comment, [...]
Osama bin Laden’s death has generated a swell of palpable emotion across the nation and especially here in New York City. Following the September 11 attacks and our subsequent invasion of Afghanistan, it has been a priority of this country and this city to bring Osama bin Laden to justice. Now, thanks to the leadership [...]
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is likely to name seasoned diplomat Ryan Crocker as the next U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, several sources told The Associated Press on Tuesday, part of a far-reaching turnover of the nation’s top leadership of the Afghanistan war as Obama prepares to begin bringing forces home this summer. The move would [...]
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is likely to name seasoned diplomat Ryan Crocker as the next U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, several sources told The Associated Press on Tuesday, part of a far-reaching turnover of the nation’s top leadership of the Afghanistan war as Obama prepares to begin bringing forces home this summer. The move would [...]
WASHINGTON — Handsome and friendly, Clay Hunt so epitomized a vibrant Iraq veteran that he was chosen for a public service announcement reminding veterans that they aren’t alone. The 28-year-old former Marine corporal earned a Purple Heart after taking a sniper’s bullet in his left wrist. He returned to combat in Afghanistan. Upon his return [...]
On this Tax Day, many Americans are likely taking a moment to consider the costs associated with funding the public services that, among other things, keep our air and water clean, create educational opportunities for our children, and provide financial security to our most vulnerable fellow citizens. Although no one likes to pay taxes, most [...]
Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, who was relieved of command in Afghanistan after a magazine profile quoted his subordinates as disparaging senior civilian leaders, has been invited back to public service by the Obama administration to help oversee a high-profile initiative in support of military families, White House officials said Sunday. General McChrystal will lead the [...]
Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, who was relieved of command in Afghanistan after a magazine profile quoted his subordinates as disparaging senior civilian leaders, has been invited back to public service by the Obama administration to help oversee a high-profile initiative in support of military families, White House officials said Sunday. General McChrystal will lead the [...]
Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, who was relieved of command in Afghanistan after a magazine profile quoted his subordinates as disparaging senior civilian leaders, has been invited back to public service by the Obama administration to help oversee a high-profile initiative in support of military families, White House officials said Sunday. General McChrystal will lead the [...]
The deadline for submitting nominations for the 62nd Annual William A. Jump Memorial Award to the Air Force Personnel Center is June 1. The Jump Award annually recognizes a federal employee for outstanding service in administration and notable contributions to the efficiency and quality of public service. Nominees must have demonstrated outstanding competence and interest [...]
