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The Bolduc Brief: The Undermining of Americanism – Divisiveness and the Erosion of the Common Good

To restore the essence of Americanism, we must reject divisive tactics and prioritize unity, embr...

Expert Analysis Nov 21

Young veterans on the street. Original illustration by SOFREP.

The Bolduc Brief: An Unspoken Burden – Veterans’ Frustrations in a Nation Unwilling to Grasp the Realities of Service

As a veteran, I am deeply troubled by the lack of understanding and respect for the sacrifices of...

Op-Ed Nov 18

It's time for balance between the donkey and the elephant.

The Bolduc Brief: Embracing Americanism – The Call for a Balance in the Political Party System

In the face of divisive extremism, it’s time to champion a political party rooted in Americ...

US Politics Nov 16

Dashcam footage shows a Hamas terrorist taking a man hostage at a music festival in Southern Israel on October 7th. Image Credit: South First Responders/Distributed by the Associated Press

USMC Colonel (Ret) Eric Buer-The Hamas Rabbit Hole: A Doomed Pathway for Palestine

The Hamas-initiated conflict has escalated into a dire situation where Israel, encircled by hosti...

Op-Ed Nov 15

Cold weather training at Taylor Park, Colorado, March 7, 2016 (Image source: DVIDS)

The Crucial Role of Winter Warfare Training: Lessons from Canada

Canada’s commitment to winter warfare is paramount, ensuring readiness, security, and knowl...

Military Nov 15

The bombing of the Gaza Strip continues. Image Credit: UN News

SITREP: Israel – Hamas War 14 NOV 23: Mounting Pressure Against Hamas

The escalating conflict in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and along the Israel-Lebanon border, ma...

Expert Analysis Nov 14

The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago. Image Credit: Chicago Sun Times

The Bolduc Brief: Crisis in The Veterans Administration – Failure to Deliver Services to Veterans

The Veterans Administration must confront its deep-rooted challenges, including bureaucratic inef...

Expert Analysis Nov 14

The Bolduc Brief: Addressing the Crisis of Recruitment and Retention

The erosion of military values, the politicization of leadership, and the detrimental impact of w...

Expert Analysis Nov 09

Hand Picked: Delta Force Selection – When Not To Dance

In the relentless pursuit of self-betterment and the allure of belonging to something greater tha...

Expert Analysis Nov 08

This image, taken in Tehran on October 7th, shows Iranians showing their support for the actions of Hamas following the terror attacks of that day. Image Credit: Majid Saeedi / Getty

SITREP: Israel-Hamas War, 8 NOV 23

The day’s events in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, punctuated by the thunder of artiller...

Expert Analysis Nov 08

Unit 101, circa 1955. Image Credit: specwar.info

SOF Spotlight: Israel’s Unit 101 – Gone But Not Forgotten

Unit 101, a trailblazing Israeli special forces unit formed in 1953 and led by Ariel Sharon, was ...

Expert Analysis Nov 07

Armed and dangerous. AI generated image by SOFREP via Midjourney.

Prayer is Not a Strategy: America’s Gun Violence Problem

In the face of America’s relentless gun violence, we must pivot from a society that reacts ...

Expert Analysis Nov 07

An U.S. Navy patrol boat assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CORIVRON) 11 escorts Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Hyuga-class helicopter destroyer JS Ise (DDH 182) through Pearl Harbor during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise 2014. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Christopher D. Blachly/Released

Why it’s Important to Differentiate Military Capabilities from Contingencies in War

Overall, being a capable military with a global force projection power is essential. Still, if yo...

Editorial Nov 06

The physical, mental and spiritual health of the force must not be overlooked.

The Bolduc Brief: The Military’s Failure in Addressing Service Members’ Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health

The military’s failure to adequately care for the physical, mental, and spiritual health of...

Featured Nov 06

CNO Gilday meets with Japan Chief of Staff Yamazaki at the Pentagon on Wednesday, October 19. (US INDOPACOM Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Michael)

NATO’s Navigational Nightmare: Turkey, Hungary, and the Path to Expansion

Amidst heightened geopolitical tensions today, some military alliances, including NATO, have foun...

Expert Analysis Nov 05

The Bolduc Brief: Senator Shaheen’s Call for a Pause in Military Operations against Hamas – A Misguided Approach

Senator Shaheen’s call for a pause in military operations against Hamas is a perilous and u...

Op-Ed Nov 05

Robert Card is shown here at the bowling alley with the murder weapon. Photo courtesy of the Androscoggin County Sheriffs Office

Expert Analysis: Former ATF Intelligence Officer Unravels the Robert Card Shooting Spree

In the wake of the heart-wrenching Lewiston massacre, the scrutiny towards Maine’s “y...

Expert Analysis Nov 04

Pacific Powder Keg: How The U.S. and Allies Can Counter China’s Taiwan Invasion Plans

With the specter of a colossal Chinese invasion looming, the dance of military might and geopolit...

World Nov 04

Fire burns and missiles fly as leaders flounder and children die.

Is America is Sleepwalking into World War III?

In the clandestine theater of modern conflict, a silent World War III unfolds in digital whispers...

Editorial Nov 03

The face of Hamas. Image credit: Majdi Fathi/NurPhoto

The Bolduc Brief: Hamas-A Brutal Terrorist Group Detrimental to the Interests of the Palestinian Population

Hamas’ oppressive governance and relentless pursuit of violent methods, at the expense of t...

Expert Analysis Nov 02

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The Bolduc Brief: The Undermining of Americanism – Divisiveness and the Erosion of the Common Good

The Bolduc Brief: An Unspoken Burden – Veterans’ Frustrations in a Nation Unwilling to Grasp the Realities of Service

The Bolduc Brief: Embracing Americanism – The Call for a Balance in the Political Party System

USMC Colonel (Ret) Eric Buer-The Hamas Rabbit Hole: A Doomed Pathway for Palestine

The Crucial Role of Winter Warfare Training: Lessons from Canada

SITREP: Israel – Hamas War 14 NOV 23: Mounting Pressure Against Hamas

The Bolduc Brief: Crisis in The Veterans Administration – Failure to Deliver Services to Veterans

The Bolduc Brief: Addressing the Crisis of Recruitment and Retention

Hand Picked: Delta Force Selection – When Not To Dance

SITREP: Israel-Hamas War, 8 NOV 23

SOF Spotlight: Israel’s Unit 101 – Gone But Not Forgotten

Prayer is Not a Strategy: America’s Gun Violence Problem

Why it’s Important to Differentiate Military Capabilities from Contingencies in War

The Bolduc Brief: The Military’s Failure in Addressing Service Members’ Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health

NATO’s Navigational Nightmare: Turkey, Hungary, and the Path to Expansion

The Bolduc Brief: Senator Shaheen’s Call for a Pause in Military Operations against Hamas – A Misguided Approach

Expert Analysis: Former ATF Intelligence Officer Unravels the Robert Card Shooting Spree

Pacific Powder Keg: How The U.S. and Allies Can Counter China’s Taiwan Invasion Plans

Is America is Sleepwalking into World War III?

The Bolduc Brief: Hamas-A Brutal Terrorist Group Detrimental to the Interests of the Palestinian Population

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The Bolduc Brief: The Undermining of Americanism – Divisiveness and the Erosion of the Common Good

The Bolduc Brief: An Unspoken Burden – Veterans’ Frustrations in a Nation Unwilling to Grasp the Realities of Service

The Bolduc Brief: Embracing Americanism – The Call for a Balance in the Political Party System

USMC Colonel (Ret) Eric Buer-The Hamas Rabbit Hole: A Doomed Pathway for Palestine

The Crucial Role of Winter Warfare Training: Lessons from Canada

SITREP: Israel – Hamas War 14 NOV 23: Mounting Pressure Against Hamas

The Bolduc Brief: Crisis in The Veterans Administration – Failure to Deliver Services to Veterans

The Bolduc Brief: Addressing the Crisis of Recruitment and Retention

Hand Picked: Delta Force Selection – When Not To Dance

SITREP: Israel-Hamas War, 8 NOV 23

SOF Spotlight: Israel’s Unit 101 – Gone But Not Forgotten

Prayer is Not a Strategy: America’s Gun Violence Problem

Why it’s Important to Differentiate Military Capabilities from Contingencies in War

The Bolduc Brief: The Military’s Failure in Addressing Service Members’ Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health

NATO’s Navigational Nightmare: Turkey, Hungary, and the Path to Expansion

The Bolduc Brief: Senator Shaheen’s Call for a Pause in Military Operations against Hamas – A Misguided Approach

Expert Analysis: Former ATF Intelligence Officer Unravels the Robert Card Shooting Spree

Pacific Powder Keg: How The U.S. and Allies Can Counter China’s Taiwan Invasion Plans

Is America is Sleepwalking into World War III?

The Bolduc Brief: Hamas-A Brutal Terrorist Group Detrimental to the Interests of the Palestinian Population

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