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As I understand it, when someone enlists in the other four branches, from day 1, they can call themselves a soldier, sailor or airman. One has to EARN the title...
Well said and true. If only we could be happy with MLK's longing for the day we would judge each other by the comment of our character. Not today. The...
Then you need to get over yourself The Marines license stuff that sells at WalMart for anyone to wear The Marines are a branch of the US military and as...
Actually, I should have titled this column, "I Almost Enlisted." Other than that, I stand by the column. Other services may not care. The Marines do. At least this one...
Rev. Epps - Your sentiments seem odd to me. The USMC licenses merchandise with their emblems, so t-shirts and other clothing are available to the general public (for men, women,...
Vote for Melissa Hill. I've known her for years and she is honest and kept up with the politics for years. If I've ever known a good person, it is...
As a Veteran and US Army retiree I save my "stolen valor" outrage for three things 1. People trying to claim awards and decorations they didn’t earn 2. People using...
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I have written 1,179 columns for the citizen since December 1996. It has been a joy. I am so glad that the online version will continue although I usually took...
I did intelligence in the Navy covering Nam, China and Russia. To this day I am a veteran who can claim that honor and distinguished service. I do not understand...