“ The soldiers posted notes on social media about the poor conditions. Their complaints got quick attention from senior Army and Pentagon leaders. Now changes are under way...”
“ Hoffman said the commander at Fort Bliss has met with all of the quarantined soldiers and “talked through some of their concerns. The spokesman added, “We are going to do better.”
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Sounds like the problem has been or is being solved.
We need to make it so officer candidacy requires being an NCO instead of a bachelor's degree in basket weaving. Let's be real who has more qualifications for leading troops? A seasoned Sergeant with 3 combat tours? OR a green Lieutenant fresh out of college?
Not sure why we consider the diploma the higher qualifier.
From the article:
“ The soldiers posted notes on social media about the poor conditions. Their complaints got quick attention from senior Army and Pentagon leaders. Now changes are under way...”
“ Hoffman said the commander at Fort Bliss has met with all of the quarantined soldiers and “talked through some of their concerns. The spokesman added, “We are going to do better.”
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Sounds like the problem has been or is being solved.
I agree, there are entire installations that sit empty and could easily be used for this.
We need to make it so officer candidacy requires being an NCO instead of a bachelor's degree in basket weaving. Let's be real who has more qualifications for leading troops? A seasoned Sergeant with 3 combat tours? OR a green Lieutenant fresh out of college?
Not sure why we consider the diploma the higher qualifier.