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  • E-mail -- pitfall of leadership

    It seemed like a simple issue: identify two or three members who would fulfill a wing-level tasking. Our deadline was two days away, and I was getting an update from the squadron superintendent.“Well, ma’am,” he said with the look and tone of futility, “I sent out an e-mail to the (noncommissioned officers in charge) of the units but haven’t

  • Deployed officer thankful for father’s support

    When his little girl was born more than 30 years ago in a small Nebraska town, he never imagined that one day she would be a major in the Air Force, serving during such a time of turmoil.She is and she is I. As I work here on this Father’s Day, so far away from home and all that is familiar, I realize how much my parents gave to me so that I could

  • 'The case of Private Christina' -- my response

    While sitting at my desk writing my daily article for the Freedom Watch, the local base newspaper, my co-worker casually turned to me and suggested that I type my name in the Yahoo search engine to see all of the articles I’ve written that have been posted on the Internet. Not thinking anything of it, I typed my name in and began to scroll down

  • Letter from child highlights appreciation

    It's always special when something unexpectedly brightens your day. It happened to me the other day when children from a local elementary school sent letters to the family support center to forward to our deployed Air Guard members.One letter, written by fourth-grader Calie Barron, caught my attention."Dear Soldier," the letter started. Never

  • Mentoring: Please and thank you

    I recently sent out an e-mail with a couple of questions to a few people for a story I was writing about Stop-Loss. I got many answers back, but one answer in particular stood out and made a lasting impression on me.The answer I got back was from a major who was affected by Stop-Loss. When I asked how he felt about it and if it would change his

  • AEF meets the call for air power

    Whether you were deployed to Southwest Asia launching wave after wave of aircraft, or at your home station working extra shifts to cover for those who were, you know that the global war on terrorism has required a massive Air Force effort.But oftentimes I think it is hard to appreciate the full spectrum of operations our Air Force has participated

  • 'Critical Days' require focus on safety

    The past 18 months were busier than usual for Air Force people. I am extremely proud of the job each of you has done in support of the Global War on Terrorism and Operation Iraqi Freedom. As we bring our people home, this summer will offer great opportunities for us to relax, recharge our batteries, and reconstitute our forces.As of Memorial Day,

  • We must never forget

    "They fell, but o'er their glorious grave floats free the banner of the cause they died to save." These words were written by Francis Marion Crawford.Memorial Day, as the name implies, affords us an opportunity to remember those who have fallen in battle. This special day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868, and first observed on May 30,

  • Airman learns importance of seeking help

    My story isn't about how I urinated all over myself while performing a field sobriety test, or how I struggled with the female security forces member who put me in cuffs after I was apprehended for driving under the influence. My story is about the realization and acceptance of the mistake I made, and the effect it’s had on me and the people around

  • A tribute to the greatest

    In this time when America's armed forces are called upon once again to defend the values we cherish as a free nation, I'm reminded of the many heroes who have come before us and made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.Not long ago, I had the chance to meet one of the members of the "greatest generation," retired Navy Engineman 1st Class John Blair,
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A United States Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an F-22 Raptor over northern Iraq, Nov. 6, 2019. U.S. Central Command operations deter adversaries and demonstrate support for allies and partners in the region. (Video by Staff Sgt. Daniel Snider)
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Tune in as our Air Force musicians along with other military musicians are awarded the National Medal of Arts.
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