The Bolduc Brief: The Military’s Legacy of Inclusion and Readiness
The strength of our military has always come from its ability to unify diverse individuals under a shared commitment to duty, respect, and the mission at hand.
Op-Ed
The Bolduc Brief: President Trump’s Visit to the Middle East – A Focus on Stability, Security, and Accountability
President Trump’s current trip to the Middle East serves as an opportunity to rally Arab allies, confront Iran’s destabilizing agenda, and reassert U.S. influence in a region teetering between conflict and opportunity.
The Bolduc Brief: The Implications of Secretary Hegseth’s Policies on Military Academies
By stripping away considerations of race, sex, and ethnicity in admissions, Secretary Hegseth’s policy not only narrows the pipeline of future military leaders but also risks turning our armed forces into an echo chamber ill-suited for the challenges of a diverse, globalized world.
The Bolduc Brief: A Betrayal of Veterans – The Implications of Renaming Veterans Day
Trump’s proposal to rename Veterans Day cheapens the legacy of those who served by attempting to rewrite a day of solemn gratitude into a one-sided celebration of American triumph.
The Bolduc Brief: The Misuse of Military Display – A Solemn Responsibility
Using the military to celebrate a president’s birthday not only politicizes an apolitical institution, but also dishonors the solemn purpose for which it exists—defending the nation, not flattering its leaders.
The Bolduc Brief: The Disturbing Nature of President Donald Trump’s Leadership
President Trump’s combative leadership style, rooted in loyalty tests and constitutional ambivalence, poses a serious threat to democratic norms and America’s standing in the world.
The Bolduc Brief: Honoring Sacrifice – A Memorial Day Reflection
This Memorial Day, honor the fallen not just with flags—but by fighting for the liberty and justice they died to defend.
Trump Plans to Rename Veterans Day
While Trump fixates on renaming Veterans Day, perhaps our energy would be better spent improving care for the veterans it’s meant to honor.
The Bolduc Brief: The Subtle Art of Leadership – The Power of Unspoken Acknowledgment
Real leaders don’t need the spotlight—when teams thrive, success speaks louder than praise, and trust runs deeper than applause.
The Bolduc Brief: Leadership 101 – The Essence of Crediting and Accountability
True leaders lift others and own failures—so why did a cabinet room sound more like a fan club? Leadership isn’t about applause.
USMC Colonel (Ret) Eric Buer: “I Do Solemnly Swear” and the Commitment to an Ideal
When loyalty shifts from the Constitution to politics, our democracy trembles. The military oath must remain fiercely apolitical.
Op-Ed: Canadian Firearms Owners are Being Persecuted
After 32 years serving Canada and the RCMP—training countless officers and advocating for ethical policing—I’ve seen firsthand that lawful, licensed firearms owners are not the threat, yet we are continually punished by misguided political agendas while real criminals walk free and violent crime rises.
