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Hazing, Bullying ‘Intolerable’ in the Military
December 23, 2011 By Donna Miles, American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON (Dec. 23, 2011) -- Emphasizing that bullying and hazing undermine everything the military stands for, the top U.S. military officer said every member of the armed forces has a personal responsibility to uphold its "zero tolerance" standard and intervene to stop any occurrences. "We are currently … [Read more...]
Move over Justin Timberlake, Marine Steps Game up and Asks First Lady to Marine Corps Ball
By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 21, 2011 – When it comes to a date for next year’s Marine Corps Ball, Lance Cpl. Aaron Leeks is starting early and setting his sights high. At a Toys for Tots event on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling here last week, the Marine reservist asked First Lady Michelle Obama to be his date at the ball next November -- … [Read more...]
Sacrifices: Working Dogs are Soldiers, Just as Marines Are
12/21/2011 By Lance Cpl. Cory D. Polom MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Dingo, a five-year-old German Shepherd, has suffered broken hind legs during his time as a Marine Corps working dog, yet he recently fought for his life not in combat but right here aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point after being bitten by a venomous snake during a training … [Read more...]
The Real Power Behind Derogatory Terms
12/19/2011 Commentary by Staff Sgt. Candice Compton (AFNS) -- Derogatory comments are comprised of words that tend or intend to detract, disparage or belittle and can often be considered offensive. Derogatory words have the power to hurt and potentially cause violence or other forms of hostility. The origins of these disparaging/derogatory terms can depend on geographic … [Read more...]