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Would be great to get thoughts about the current situation WRT SF’s value proposition and the current situation with respect to recruiting and force fill.

Light On Fights On! Blue and yellow are the Air Force colors. Blue alludes to the sky, the primary theater of Air Force operations. Yellow refers to the sun and the excellence required of Air Force personnel. The spider web represents the wisdom, labor and prudence of the unit, as well as the World Wide Web. The sword and lightning bolts signify justice, military honor, and the information warfare aspects of the unit. The knight pieces allude to bravery and strength.

Great to see the picture of the new recruits from the 64th annual St. Louis Cardinals Company. Our 66th St. Louis Cardinals Company will be sworn in at the June 13 St. Louis Cardinals game. The DOD and services also need to review the DOD instruction on permanently disqualifying (PDQ) issues and develop new policies based on modern military medicine and treatment. There is a benefit to recruiting more by reevaluating the DOD PDQ instruction. Additionally, empowering the senior officers in charge of each service’s recruiting command with greater waiver authorities would be a significant step forward. Navy, Marine Corps Focus on Smaller Eligible Population As Recruitment Problems Mount - USNI News https://lnkd.in/gFvTtndD https://lnkd.in/gZDaPvpe

As does iron sharpen iron, Space sharpens Joint! Space is more than a fixed position of advantage to be leveraged ... it is the fine-pointed edge of our asymmetric lethality. We will outthink, outpace, and overmatch any opponent through our overwhelming options. #OnGuard #SpaceMindedness #NeverADayWithoutSpace

Lt. Col. Raible’s comments are as applicable to a Marine combat pilot providing close air support to dusty infantrymen in combat as they are to a computer engineer supporting a product rollout from an air-conditioned office.    •   Continually seek self-improvement.    •   Do the right thing, even when no one is watching.    •   And always strive for greatness, regardless of the mission. Following these three simple rules all but guarantees success.

Hear how Dr. Damon Friedman, a decorated combat veteran and retired lieutenant colonel with Air Force special operations, is living out his faith. Along with the brief clip below you can find the full conversation from the latest TAB Media Special Report here: https://lnkd.in/efBFcZ8w #VeteransDay

LtCol Raible’s Commander’s Guidance is well worth the read. First, let me provide you with some historical context that is near and dear to many, including myself: https://lnkd.in/gRz9uTgF LtCol Raible’s Commander’s Guidance can be applied in any setting and situation. True leadership is transferable to any job, in any industry, military or civilian sector. All 6 principles are direct and clear to the point. I, wholeheartedly believe them to all be of equal importance and value. From my personal observations of working in the civilian sector thus far, principle #6 is a definite opportunity to improve upon. “When all else fades away, attack pilots have one mission: provide offensive air support for Marines.” This statement clearly identifies the main objective (“the job”) and who they support. Can everyone in your organization clearly articulate their main objective and who they support? #leadership #organization #remember #honor #fallenheroes #semperfidelis #Marines

Such an inspiring Leader at a critical time.

Scott Mann highlights a critical issue that deserves our attention—technology, particularly drones, has the potential to transform security landscapes, not just through misuse but through deliberate weaponization. The implications are significant, especially for large-scale public events and critical infrastructure sites, where the impact of such threats can be catastrophic. As we continue to rely on advanced technology in various aspects of life, it’s imperative that we stay vigilant and ahead of these emerging threats. This is not just about preparing for worst-case scenarios; it’s about being proactive in how we think about and counter these risks. Whether it’s enhancing security protocols, investing in counter-drone technology, or fostering public-private partnerships, the time to act is now. The conversation around this issue needs to be ongoing, as the nature of these threats evolves. We must ensure that our defenses are just as dynamic. #PublicSafety #TechThreats #EventSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure

With the warnings we’re receiving from Trump’s former Chief of Staff, top military commanders and former defense secretary, we need to understand what powers Trump would invoke and what limitations there are, if any. Take a deeper dive, link in the replies.