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  • The Courageous 56

    When 56 courageous patriots put their signatures to a single piece of parchment 236 years ago, the course of world history changed in an instant. Although we celebrate the fourth day of July as Independence Day, it should not be lost on us that those signatures were the culmination of months of

  • This Memorial Day remember those who served and make safety a priority

    Each and every day of service you give to our Nation, you are honoring the men and women who have given their lives in defense of freedom. With the Memorial Day weekend upon us, please pause a moment to reflect on those who came before us. Courageous men and women whose selfless devotion secured the

  • Maintaining a Global Lifeline

    More than a decade after the start of American involvement in Afghanistan, pilots and aircraft belonging to a global mobility enterprise headquartered amidst the cornfields of Illinois here continue to provide a lifeline for thousands of Americans overseas.Each day, Air Force C-17 and C-130 aircrews

  • How hot is the stove?

    How hot is the stove? Literally, we know it can be very hot, but as part of discipline it means something entirely different. The "Hot Stove Rule" is one view of discipline. This approach is in terms of what happens when a person touches a hot stove. The consequences are:1. Warning System. Before

  • Are we all leaders?

    "I am an American Airman. Wingman, Leader, Warrior."So opens the last verse of the Airman's Creed. Whether Airmen come through Basic Military Training or a commissioning source, they are ingrained with these ideals. All are Airmen, members of an elite military and working toward a common goal. All

  • Now is the time for leadership

    Life as an Airman in service to our country is honorable and rewarding. There is no higher calling than to be a part of a group of Americans who pledged their lives in our country's defense. This choice is definitely not for the faint of heart. It takes an exceptional person just to earn the title

  • AMC commander: Celebrate the holidays; reflect on accomplishments

    As we celebrate the holidays, it's time to reflect on one of the most extraordinary years in our nation's history. Chief Kaiser and I look back with admiration on the amazing things you've done, and we thank each and every member of our active, Guard, Reserve and civilian team for your hard work and

  • Sized Up

    Early one morning, I'm working out at the gym and I'm feeling pretty good about myself. I'm feeling so good that I stop my workout and eyeball myself in the mirror. Much to my amazement, an Airman who is working out beside me is watching me too. I'm embarrassed because he's watching. I sheepishly

  • AMC commander: ‘Thank you for serving others’

    As we gather together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, this is the perfect time to reflect upon how much we have to be thankful for. For one, I'm thankful for the opportunity to work with all of you - Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Civilians and Commercial Partners. Serving

  • Do you have a leadership philosophy?

    While I was a student at the Army Command and General Staff College, the Leadership Department required each student to write a leadership philosophy paper. What follows are some of my thoughts on leadership. As you will discover, my thoughts are not original and I would argue they are common Air