Opinion
Why the military’s approach to its suicide epidemic is failing
In this opinion piece, the chairman of Boulder Crest Foundation argues that current military suicide prevention efforts are falling short.
By Ken Falke
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I volunteered for a mission. I could take photos that might outlive me
Drowning in fear and self-loathing, I reminded myself why I was here. Why I was in Vietnam. On this helicopter. It was why I’d re-enlisted.
By Marvin J. Wolf, The War Horse
Drop in veteran homelessness proves we can end homelessness
New data shows that veteran homelessness in the U.S. has decreased by 11% since 2020, the last year for which we have complete data.
By Denis McDonough, Marcia L. Fudge and Jeff Olivet
Army leaders: Consider making information operations an enlisted MOS
Young soldiers have enormous potential in conducting information operations, writes the author of this commentary.
By Nestor Lora-Ortiz
Outrage over NFL brain injuries; silence over military brain injuries
The NFL is doing the right thing on concussions. The Department of Defense lacks the urgency and a similar aggressive approach.
By Frank Larkin
What we can do to ensure a quality education for military children
Military leaders have repeatedly raised concerns about the quality of K-12 public schools around military installations.
By Brian L. Henry
Cannibalizing the arsenal of democracy in turbulent times
The Pentagon should consider cutting back on research and development funding and ramping up procurement to protect the arsenal of democracy.
By John Ferrari
Legal loophole: Some contracts skirt protections for service members
Special protections afforded to service members are being undermined by a legal trap buried in the fine print of contracts and click-through agreements.
By Timothy M. Borland
Addressing military families’ needs: a ‘to-do list’ not a ‘wish list’
Defense and service officials have struggled for decades to address the problems military families face.
By Deborah Bradbard
We can all ‘Be the One’ to save the life of a veteran
It is National Suicide Prevention Month, but the work to prevent suicides must be at the front of our minds far beyond September.
By Vincent Troiola
It’s time for equitable reproductive rights for women veterans
The VA recently said it will start providing abortions in certain circumstances, even in states where it's illegal or restricted.
By Rep. Julia Brownley and Rep. Mark Takano
‘Extraordinary circumstances’ facing hungry military families
Congress and the Defense Department can take action to help bring relief to struggling military families and service members experiencing food insecurity.
By Abby J. Leibman and Retired Maj. Gen. John Ferrari