Military Families and Culture

This op-ed argues that extremism and insider threats—ranging from January 6 sympathizers to figures like Eddie Gallagher and Jack Teixeira—pose a serious risk to military readiness, unit cohesion, and public trust. It calls for a renewed approach to military discipline that balances civil liberties with the need for ethical leadership and institutional accountability.

Only a fraction of Americans serve in the military, and fewer still know someone who does. Most service members are drawn from a small...

If we are to redefine patriotism for the digital age, it must still rest on the foundation of shared responsibility and earned respect.

The VET Act is a refreshingly strategic approach. It doesn’t just support veterans for their own sake. It aligns national workforce development with energy transition and national security.