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  • A day to reaffirm commitment, honor sacrifice

    During my 25 years in the Air Force, I've attended scores of ceremonies honoring and remembering our prisoners of war and missing in action - heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice while answering their nation's call - and everyone was special. As we prepare to observe POW/MIA Recognition Day Sept.

  • Commander’s welcome, reflection

    As I conclude my first month of command, I'd like to take a moment to thank all the men and women of the Team Ramstein, the Kaiserslautern Military Community and our gracious hosts in the local community for the warm welcome. My family and I have been overwhelmed by the incredible reception we have

  • Silence is Golden: Article 31 rights explained

    You are face to face in an interview room with agents of the Office of Special Investigations or members of the security police. You are suspected of committing a crime. Your heart is racing. You're short of breath. They say to you, "You have the right to remain silent. Any statement you make, oral

  • Thoughts on Leadership—Dealing with the Reality of Suicide

    Not every aspect of leadership is fun. Suicide is a reality leaders must deal with that is both sad and frustrating. Sometimes in the aftermath of an Airman ending his or her life, we're able to "explain" it but we are hard-pressed to understand it. And sometimes, even when we sense it's about to

  • Leadership in Challenging Times

    The world in which we live and work is more dynamic, complex, technology dependent and remotely managed than ever before, but we still need analog leadership in a digital world. Technology puts more information at our fingertips, meaning we can accomplish much of our work without direct contact with

  • Air Force culture of responsibility

    As Airmen, we have taken a solemn vow to serve and protect our nation, and I commend you for your service. With that service, however, comes great responsibility and the necessity to make proper choices. We are confronted every day with choices, both on and off-duty, that can and do impact both the

  • Memorial Day -- More than just a day off from work

    Memorial Day is a young holiday, peculiarly observed. If you have not served on a detail, volunteered for Honor Guard, or flown a missing man formation over a military ceremony on Memorial Day, you may primarily associate this holiday with the running the Indianapolis 500, the beginning of our 101

  • NCOs, Professional Organizations Need You

    Several times a year, during commander's calls or performance feedback sessions, we are all briefed on the importance of community involvement and how vital it is for each of us to support professional organizations. And, for the most part, we listen. Whether we simply attend meetings, are dues

  • Misconduct can Lead to Installation Barment

    I take seriously my responsibilities as the Installation Commander to provide a safe and secure community for our patriots, families and schools, and am a firm believer that we are all accountable for our own actions. As such, I want to make it very clear that each sponsor is responsible for