New female dress blue coat brings Marines closer to an identical, equal standard The new uniform is a step in toward gender-neutral standards and equality Marine Corpswide, this sergeant says. By: Female Marine sergeant in Iwakuni, Japan December 19, 2018
Why the VA may be getting too much money Throwing more resources into the VA without reducing waste is a disservice to veterans and taxpayers. By: Dan Caldwell December 8, 2018
The 80 percent directive: How will combat aircraft get to Mattis' readiness goal? Here's how the military's aircraft mission-capable rates can get to the goal. By: Larry Korb November 30, 2018
Is your loved one deployed during the holidays? Military spouses share their survival tips I asked a few military spouses to share their ideas during a holiday deployment, and, hopefully, we can pass along the holiday spirit from one military spouse to another. By: Maria Cordova November 20, 2018
Don’t cut corners on lighter, stronger protective gear for troops Despite looming budget cuts, the Pentagon should continue to invest in high quality materials that are strong and durable – yet lightweight enough that they will not cause undue injury. By: Jim Cooper November 18, 2018
Military kids face unique back-to-school challenges. Here are some programs that can help. Like so many parents of young college hopefuls today, I recognize too that this time of year is indeed a time of trepidation and anxiety for our kids. By: Col. Glen Butler November 15, 2018
Op-ed: How we might think about the ‘war to end all wars’ The fact that World War I is the forgotten war for Americans serves as a cautionary tale that some important memories can fade despite sustained efforts to foster them. By: G. Kurt Piehler, Florida State University November 10, 2018
Veterans have fought in wars — and fought against them Veterans of past wars have long been at the forefront of peace advocacy in the United States. By: Micheal Messner, University of Southern California November 10, 2018
Commentary: Recent changes to Education Department data tool help veterans compare schools "In the past, the College Scorecard has relied too much on national averages that are often misleading," writes Diane Auer Jones of the Department of Education. By: Diane Auer Jones November 5, 2018
For military kids, the autumn brings trepidation and anxiety In North Carolina, where I am a middle school teacher at a large U.S. military base, the autumn brings trepidation for our military-connected children. By: Kiera Gallagher November 1, 2018
Why this new veterans museum is like no other Retired Army Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter says the new National Veterans Memorial and Museum, which opens Nov. 3, tells the stories of those who serve. By: Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter October 31, 2018
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