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Commentaries

  • Taking care of families

    Family members are not just dependents, but are a critical part of the Air Force family, and play a vital role in the Air Force mission. It is important for all Airmen to take time to care for our “live-in” support systems.

  • Failure is not an option

    The United States has led the world in exploiting space for peaceful purposes, championing modern society, enhancing the global commons, and driving the information economy. Yet, dark storm clouds are on the horizon as space becomes more competitive, congested, and contested in recent decades.

  • Leading through disasters

    No matter how much you study leadership in books, professional military education or observe others, there is no comparison to practice. As commanders, we must give our junior members the opportunity to test their skills. They must be empowered to make decisions and, most importantly, make mistakes.

  • Hearts on top of the world

    Since 1959, the members of Thule Air Base, Greenland, have nurtured a special relationship with their nearest neighbors about 159 kilometers up the coast. With no other travel connections to the outside world, each year Air Greenland donates multiple helicopter cargo runs to deliver gifts to these

  • Paralegal Perspective of the Special Victims’ Counsel Program

    Victims of crimes that are sexual in nature have a voice in the military justice system. In January 2013, the Air Force implemented the Special Victims’ Counsel Program that provides victims of sexual assault with an attorney who can protect their rights and interests.Although the program will turn

  • Holiday Message

    Holiday message from Col. Doug Schiess, 21st Space Wing commander.

  • Learning symbolism, creating memories during holiday season

    The British playwright James Barrie wrote, “God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December.” The celebration of holidays can strengthen us with memories that provide a sense of stability in the midst of life’s challenges.

  • The full story of the holiday season – Tips to cope with and reduce stress

    Being a part of the world’s best military, whether retired, dependent, contractor, civilian or active duty, we are a family and no one is left behind. Therefore, as we move forward into this year’s holiday season, please consider the following tips for dealing with the stressors of the season.

  • Access the healthcare team

    If you’ve attempted to make an appointment with your primary care manager recently, it’s quite possible the appointment was scheduled further into the future than normal. The 21st Medical Group has several vacant healthcare provider positions, which impacts their ability to see patients for routine

 

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