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I am a Combat Medic Master Sergeant in the U.S.Air Force. My life is dedicated to protecting the rights and freedoms of people everywhere. I also believe it is the duty of every American to fix the problems they don't agree with. Right now, the media,including citizen journalism, is overwhelmed with a "liberal" bias. I feel this is detrimental to the growth and development of a peaceful society. Harmony is the root of societal bliss, and while we may disagree with the steps, we must agree with the goal. To this end, I believe I must take up a pen in addition to my sword and voice my opinion on the things that matter to me.
Everything I write is based on my own views and in no way refelcts on the views or opinions of the United States government or the U.S. Air Force.
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In this memorial day service, I take a moment to reflect upon the life of Seregeant First Class Paul Ray Smith. SFC Smith was the first medal of honor recipient of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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On December 4th 2006, just three days before the 65th anniversary of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor, SPC Ross Andrew Mcginnis paid the ultimate sacrifice as he "distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism," saving the lives of his comrades.
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Chaplain Nana E Kweku Bassaw, a Major in the United States Army currently serving in Iraq faces a tough decision. Continue serving until he is eligible for retirement in eight years, or return home to Ghana and serve as King of the Sekondi region.
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In a rare overlap, two US aircraft carriers were seen in the Persian Gulf at the same time as the USS Harry S. Truman redeployed from the region to be replaced by the USS Abraham Lincoln.
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The declining U.S. economy has hurt many Americans, but perhaps one group not readily thought of may slip through the relief cracks as the DODDS-Europe faces a major budgetary shortfall.
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In a public statement on April 3rd, the GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals announced the release of Rotarix, the third oral vaccine for rotavirus to be developed. The FDA approved the vaccine on February
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In a meeting with about as much substance as peace talks between Mikhail Gorbachev and Howard Dean, former President Jimmy Carter met with exiled "political" party leader Khaled Meshaal in supposed attempts for peace.
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Frank Woodruff Buckles, 107, will be given a unique honor to match his unique status. Despite never having seen combat, the last surviving WWI vet in the U.S. will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Last week, soldiers at FOB Callahan in Northern Iraq watched a car slowly pull up to a checkpoint, stop, and watched as a woman laid down a large black bag.
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The National Guard and Reserve Retired Pay Equity Act was pushed today in a bipartisan movement to allow guard and Reserve members to draw from their retirement 90 days early for every 90 of continuous mobilization since September 11th, 2001.
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An MQ-1 Predator crashed today at 7:10 P.M. while flying an armed reconnaissance mission in Iraq. The plane went down northwest of Balad Air Base, also known as LSA Anaconda, which is about 45 miles north of Baghdad.
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In the modern electronic age, where nations often have no borders, warfare may soon be waged without the public even knowing it.
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The daughter of Reverend James L. Bevel, famed civil rights leader and follower of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr, alleged her father routinely molested her starting when she was six years old.
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President Bush, Mexican President Calderón and Canadian Prime Minister Harper held a widely publicized event last Monday and Tuesday,despite a lack of mainstream media attention. They discussed a number of relevant issues to the SPP.
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Brig. Gen. Robert Holmes, speaking with bloggers via teleconference described the prolific use of Weapons of Mass Effect. He explained how winning the hearts and minds of the people are just as important as winning the fight.
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Iraq's politcal progress "lags" behind the progress shown by it's Security Forces, as shown by President Bush's Benchmark Report released yesterday. This report was released three days prior to Congress' July 15th deadline.
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The Carter Doctrine, written 23 January 1980, stated, "Let our position be absolutely clear: An attempt by any outside force to gain control of the Persian Gulf region will be regarded as an assault on the vital interests of the United States of America."
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For many, the it's just a way to pay for college. For others, it's an undying patriotism born from a legacy or new citizenship. For some, it's the urge to protect others. Everyone has their own reason for joining the United States military.
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In the news, we often hear of violence and tragedy. The world is a dark and frightening place, where many do not feel as safe and secure as those in America. But the world is not a place of only sorrow.
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