By Debbie Gregory. U.S. Marine Sgt. Toran Gaal, a corporal infantry rifleman in 15 Charlie Company with the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, was badly injured four years ago during his second deployment to Afghanistan. An IED claimed his left leg and severely damaged his right leg. He also sustained a crush injury to the […]
By Debbie Gregory. Now you can talk to someone who gets it: Military OneSource has expanded confidential services for service members and their spouses through a “peer-to-peer” specialty consultation service. This is the newest resource to support and connect service members and their families with professionals who understand military life. Peer support can promote wellness, […]
By Debbie Gregory. A two-day “war games” event held in late June in the Washington suburb of Tyson’s Corner, Virginia. The brainstorming session brought together tech pioneers and computer-science experts with current and former Pentagon officials and military experts from think tanks across Washington. Sponsored by the Defense Department, the event hoped to address the […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Pentagon is quietly working to set up an elaborate network of defenses to protect American cities from a barrage of Russian cruise missiles. Military officials are working on ways to better protect U.S. cities that involve F-16 fighter jets, working in concert with sensor-laden aerostat balloons and warships. National Guard F-16 fighter […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Obama administration and U.S. Department of Defense issued a new rule to clamp down on predatory lenders who take advantage of American servicemen and women When service members return from active duty, they’re more likely to face severe financial challenges than civilians. That’s why the Obama administration and Department of Defense […]
By Debbie Gregory. With fewer interview opportunities available in a competitive job market, it’s essential to make the best possible first impression in your interview. Here are some time-tested standard dos and don’ts to adhere to: Do’s: Prepare: Research the people interviewing you, the company, and the job itself. Know what does the company […]
By Debbie Gregory. Virginia Senator Mark Warner has called for an IRS investigation into nonprofit Wounded Wheels, which purports to obtain cars for veterans, but hasn’t delivered one single car in three years of operation. Sen. Warner called for the investigation after a story in the Virginian Pilot revealed the Norfolk-based charity had raised $90,000 […]
By Debbie Gregory. Should gun restrictions on military bases be eased? In the wake of the horrendous events in Chattanooga last week, Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) is introducing legislation that would allow troops to carry guns on military facilities. Johnson, who chairs the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, will offer a proposal that would […]
By Debbie Gregory. In 1950, the Supreme Court ruled that the U.S. is not liable for injuries to members of the armed forces sustained while on active duty as a result of negligence of others in the armed forces. Sixty-five years later, Feres law still stands. It affected Army Spc. January Ritchie, who was pregnant […]
By Debbie Gregory. While questions linger over the shooting in Chattanooga, it is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to the victims. Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, 40, was a hero to the end. The Springfield, MA native was running to the aid of his wounded brothers in arms when he was fatally shot. “Gunny,” […]
