Sentences with phrase «retired military generals»

We worked with retired military generals who made the case that the pipeline would actually decrease our energy security by prolonging our dependence on oil, exacerbating the security risks in climate destabilization and putting our troops at risk.

A group of retired military generals isurging lawmakers in North Carolina not to repeal the Common Core, which could make frequent school changes across state lines simpler for military children.

In a hat - tip to the Iran - Contra scandal of the»80s, Peter McAllister (Michael Ryan) is a retired military general who has repurposed his classified knowledge into running a lucrative heroin - smuggling operation.

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But Mattis, a retired Marine general, is not the only US military officer who has supplemented his martial knowledge with academic achievement.

The president - elect hasn't given any indication on who will get the job but there has been speculation it could include everyone from retired Lt. General Michael Flynn, a top Trump military adviser, or Republican Senator Jeff Sessions from Alabama.

Anticipating an attempt to repeal this law, several retired flag and general officers from all branches of the military created an organization called The Flag and General Officers for the Military Project, and set about asking their retired colleagues to join them in signing a letter to the President and Members of Cogeneral officers from all branches of the military created an organization called The Flag and General Officers for the Military Project, and set about asking their retired colleagues to join them in signing a letter to the President and Members of Cmilitary created an organization called The Flag and General Officers for the Military Project, and set about asking their retired colleagues to join them in signing a letter to the President and Members of CoGeneral Officers for the Military Project, and set about asking their retired colleagues to join them in signing a letter to the President and Members of CMilitary Project, and set about asking their retired colleagues to join them in signing a letter to the President and Members of Congress.

Retired Marine Corps Major General Smedley Butler, one of the most popular military figures of the time, visited their camp to back the effort and encourage them.

Yesterday I posted Part One of my interview with retired Air Force General Norman Seip of «Mission Readiness,» a bipartisan group of retired senior military officers concerned that 75 % of American youth aged 17 - 24 are currently unfit to serve in the... [Continue reading]

In 2008, a group of retired four - star generals, admirals and other senior military leaders banded together out of a growing concern that a significant segment of America's youth are unfit to serve in the armed forces, presenting a serious long - term... [Continue reading]

In 2008, a group of retired four - star generals, admirals and other senior military leaders banded together out of a growing concern that a significant segment of America's youth are unfit to serve in the armed forces, presenting a serious long - term threat to our national security.

Retired British generals like to write military history that understandably glorifies the British Army and tends to be critical of politicians and civil servants.

The retired military officer was the first General Officer Commanding of the Nigerian Army's 1st Division.

Does it surprise you that Nigerians, I think either through some national instinct or wherever the perception came from, some think that they needed retired generals who can not be intimidated by the military?

Senate President Bukola Saraki, Lagos state governor, Osun state governor, and many eminent personalities all gathered on Thursday in Ibadan the Oyo State capital to pay last respect to former Military Governor of Western Region, Retired Major General Robert Adeyinka Adebayo at a day of tribute held at House of Chiefs, Ibadan.

In 2016 when President Buhari gave instructions for the investigation of two former Chiefs of Army Staff, Azubike Ihejirika and Kenneth Minimah and 52 other serving and retired military officers, the investigations excluded General Dambazau who had served as army chief under late President Yar» adua.

The administration also plans to support the transition of military veterans and retired law enforcement into new careers in education and will encourage state attorneys general to audit school districts for compliance with state emergency preparedness activities.

The ceremonial passing of the United States Military Academy Colors from Lieutenant General David Huntoon Jr., the retiring superintendent, to Caslen symbolized both the transfer of responsibility and the continuance of command.

The Commander Corps of Engineer, Major General Edmond Obi, who also praised the retired senior officers for their immense contributions to the growth of the military, noted that the foundation they laid would be built upon by those still in service.

Reacting to the latest killings by Fulani herdsmen in Benue State, Fayose wondered why a retired Army General and one - time military Head of State who contested and won election on the premises of providing security to the citizens had suddenly become a lame duck.

On Monday at 10 a.m., Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams «will honor Brooklyn's military heroes at his «Start Strong, Finish Strong» resource fair for veterans... Additional speakers will include Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Loree K. Sutton, a retired Army brigadier general, and USAG Fort Hamilton Command Sergeant Kevin Fauntleroy.

Among the more thundering voices of authority is Wilma L. Vaught, a retired Air Force brigadier general, who appears later in the film to discuss a lawsuit brought by military rape victims against former defense secretaries Robert Gates and Donald Rumsfeld.

General Wesley Clark (retired) and Samantha Harris host the competitive reality show where Laila Ali, Dean Cain, Terry Crews, Nick Lachey, Todd Palin, Dolvett Quince, Picabo Street and Eve Torres compete in military - inspired missions for charity.

Mr. Baker was honored to take part in the event, as he is a retired US Marine Corp. «The car giveaway was a tribute to our military, our community, and my great friend Major General James E. Livingston.

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1) press ignoring the Downing Street memo 2) media using retired generals, who have conflicts of interest with the Pentagon and defense contractors, as military analysts 3) holding fake FEMA press conferences with fake reporters 4) planting fake reporters at Whitehouse press conferences to ask friendly questions (Jeff Gannon) 5) Whitehouse secretly paying columnists outrageous sums to write favorable stories 6) Pentagon writing fake stories in Iraqi newspapers 7) political hacks rewriting the findings of scientific reports 8) putting journalists in jail for reporting wrongdoing 9) press basically ignoring the Justice Dept. Scandal even though it's worse than Watergate 10) the press basically ignoring voting irregularities 11) press ignoring Gov. Siegelman scandal 12) the Whitehouse using Newspeak when announcing legislation (ie.

Global climate change presents a serious national security threat that could affect Americans at home, impact U.S. military operations and heighten global tensions, according to a study released today by a blue - ribbon panel of retired admirals and generals.

The military should be interested in fuel economy on the battlefield, retired Lieutenant General Lawrence P. Farrell Jr., who was

In fact, global warming was recently rated as a «severe threat» to our national security by a military advisory board made up of retired generals and admirals.

And numerous active and retired military leaders who have served on the front lines note that the military's biofuel efforts are essential to improving national security, protecting troops and stimulating our economy - most recently in pieces such as this one from a retired Air Force general and this one from a retired Navy SEAL.

Under HB 1313 the commission would instead have been made up of 7 active or retired members of the military chosen by the state's Adjutant General who serves as the commander of the state's National Guard.

Led by attorney Stephen Glassman, a retired Navy captain of the Judge Advocate General's Corps, and former military judge, Glassman & Michael, PLLC, is well placed to assist clients through legal issues with confidence.

He also served in the military for 35 years, retiring at the rank of Major General.

That's the message from a group of retired generals who say the state's kids are too fat, eat too poorly and don't get enough exercise to qualify to join the military.

SUMMARY A seasoned executive with over 6 years of defense industry experience and over 30 years of senior level leadership in the military retired as a General Officer.

Building on his experience as an executive healthcare leader at the CEO and COO levels in both the US Military, from which he retired as a Major General, and the private corporate sector, Dr. Ken Farmer now heads his own consulting company.

United States Marine Corps (Quantico, VA) 06/1991 — 10/2011 Gunnery Sergeant, Retired • Provide 20 years of honorable service in varied leadership positions within the USMC • Recipient of the Bronze Star for service in Iraq and a two - time recipient of the Navy / Marine Corps Achievement Medal • SNCOIC (Staff Noncommissioned Officer in Charge) at the Marine Corps Network Operations and Security Center • Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from August 2005 to February 2006 • Assist a Military Transition Team with Iraqi Army's 1st Division 2nd Brigade Headquarters in the training of Iraqi forces • Serve as the Brigade G1 (Admin) Advisor and G4 (Logistics) / Motor Transport Advisor responsible for training high ranking Iraqi Officers (O6 / General Officers) in effective administration, IT, logistics, and other vital operational functions • Additional assignments included Headquarters and Service Company, 8th Tank Battalion, Delta Company 4th Light Armor Reconnaissance Battalion, Marine Corps Center for Lessons Learned, and Special Purpose MAGTF for Experiential Operations, Marine Corps Warfighting Lab