Marines with 2d Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, participate in a platoon live-fire maneuver. Service members care about their leaders’ character and competence, nothing more.

End Affirmative Action in the Officer Corps

While the Supreme Court has not ruled on the legality of affirmative action at the service academies, the academies should abandon the practice.

Captain Karl Flynn, U.S. Marine Corps
July 2024
August Convocation marks the beginning of the Naval War College academic year. Through rigorous academics, debate, and analysis, NWC students become better leaders and warfighters.

Why You Shouldn’t Come to the Naval War College

If you are looking for downtime after a challenging tour or a break from the rigors of the fleet, don't come. Come to cultivate the mind of a warrior.

Rear Admiral Pete Garvin, U.S. Navy
June 2024
When sailors commit to the arduous life of Navy service, they must be able to trust that their well-being will be a top priority for the organization.

Trust Falls and Trust Fails

How can any institution, but particularly the military, continue to function well if its members perceive it as untrustworthy?

February 2024
Destroyers and other small ships were meant to be jacks of all trades, but as they age, the Navy should consider narrowing their assigned missions to prolong their service lives and ease supply and maintenance issues for sailors.

Adjust Missions for Aging Ships

Ships’ careers could be prolonged if the Navy centralized bases for specific ships.

Lieutenant John Adam, U.S. Navy
January 2024
firefighters

Thank You For Your Service

“Thank you for your service” should be said both more frequently and beyond the armed forces.

Captain Samson C. Stevens, U.S. Coast Guard
December 2023