By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2011 – Defense Department officials are "keenly aware" that terrorist attacks are possible as the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, a department spokesman told Pentagon reporters today. Marine Corps Col. Dave Lapan also told reporters that DOD’s threat assessment is in line with that of the Department of … [Read more...]
New Online Engagement Feature Invites Public To Petition The White House
September 1, 2011 Office of the White House Secretary Today, the White House announced We the People, a new online engagement feature. On this innovative WhiteHouse.gov platform, individuals will be able to create and sign petitions seeking action from the federal government on a range of issues. If a petition gathers enough signatures, White House staff will review it, … [Read more...]
Unity and Remembrance as 10th Anniversary of 9/11 Approaches
By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service 8/31/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- President Barack Obama called on the American people Aug. 29 to come together in the spirit of service and remembrance as the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks approaches. "In just two weeks, we'll come together as a nation to mark the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks," the … [Read more...]
Pay Allowance Continuation (PAC)
The PAC Program is special pay for Soldiers during a portion of their rehabilitation time from wounds, injuries, and illnesses that have incurred in a combat operation or combat zone for up to one year. Some special pays received in the combat zone cease when hospitalized and/or placed on PCS reassignment. The purpose of the PAC program allows Soldiers to get used to the … [Read more...]
Education Will Take You Places Through the Military
Commentary by Capt. Omar Villarreal 8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs 8/15/2011 - KUNSAN AIR BASE, South Korea -- With the current military tempo, it would seem safe to say that by joining the military, new Airmen will be able to see the world. I have known many people who have joined to get away, to see new places, to expand their understandings and to gain independence. I … [Read more...]