Op-Ed

Economic strength isn’t just about Wall Street numbers—it’s the fuel that powers our tanks, trains our troops, and keeps America’s enemies watching their step.

A government-funded military parade to honor President Trump would be less a celebration of patriotism and more a taxpayer-funded spectacle ripped from the playbook of authoritarian regimes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This Memorial Day, honor the fallen not just with flags—but by fighting for the liberty and justice they died to defend.

While Trump fixates on renaming Veterans Day, perhaps our energy would be better spent improving care for the veterans it’s meant to honor.

Real leaders don’t need the spotlight—when teams thrive, success speaks louder than praise, and trust runs deeper than applause.

True leaders lift others and own failures—so why did a cabinet room sound more like a fan club? Leadership isn’t about applause.