Commentaries

Aug. 30, 2017
Red or yellow? An overly brief history on the dynamic and difficult pathway to women’s suffrage and women’s equality day

Red rose or yellow rose? Yes or No? Should women be allowed the right to vote?
Aug. 22, 2017
Online safety

As we near the beginning of another school year, one thing’s for sure: students, parents, and teachers will all be more connected than ever before. With the prevalence of smart laptops, tablets, phones, watches etc., seemingly everything today is connected to the internet in one way or another.
Aug. 15, 2017
Saved by the…Bell?!?

Cooler temperatures, football season, increased traffic, endless back to school sales and aisles of school supplies are all sure signs that summer is over and school is back in session. This time of year brings a myriad of emotion from across the spectrum—by both parents and students; excitement,
Aug. 9, 2017
Goals and Success

One of my favorite questions to ask formal leaders is how they define success. Interestingly, I’ve never heard one relate success to rank.
Aug. 1, 2017
Hope begins with you

When we hear the words “Human Trafficking,” we often imagine men sitting in a dark room, wearing suits, smoking cigars and bidding on victims. That is until the hero breaks down the door, rescues the victims and they ride off into the sunset.
July 28, 2017
Dedication to Compliance

In an Air Force full of “shalls,” “musts,” and “wills,” total compliance is something that I don’t think is ever achievable.
July 25, 2017
Fight’s On!!

Becoming the commander of the 21st Operations Group was a seminal moment in my career. There is no other Group in the Air Force I could have asked to command. The mission of the 21 OG is to execute combat-relevant space superiority capabilities to secure space for our nation and Allies. As
July 24, 2017
Motorcycle Safety

As we approach the weekend and continue to enjoy beautiful Colorado weather, I ask you to take a moment and think about motorcycle safety. This applies to everyone whether you ride or not.
July 18, 2017
Bring on the Revitalization

A few weeks ago, I took command of the 21st Security Forces Squadron. It is an incredible honor to lead such an extraordinary group of people. Prior to my arrival at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, I served as the Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein’s legislative advisor in
July 10, 2017
Good wingmen make a difference

I cracked a couple of puns with a masked man I assumed to be a doctor. He said he was sorry, but I knew it wasn't about the puns. He showed genuine regret.