Op-Ed

As a veteran, I am deeply troubled by the lack of understanding and respect for the sacrifices of those who served, and it’s time we bridge the gap between military and civilian perspectives to truly honor and support our veterans.

By diversifying cabinet appointments beyond the traditional Ivy League, think tank, and bureaucratic circles, the next president can harness a wider array of perspectives, bolster inclusivity, and rebuild public trust in governance.

The Hamas-initiated conflict has escalated into a dire situation where Israel, encircled by hostile forces and betrayed by past compromises, is prepared to unleash a military assault of unprecedented scale to defend its sovereignty and people.

The problem with Israel and Hamas is even if they accomplish their stated objective of ridding Gaza of Hamas, they really won’t be able to do that in the long run, as the deep-rooted conflict and historical grievances will continue to fuel the cycle of violence and retaliation.

Senator Shaheen’s call for a pause in military operations against Hamas is a perilous and uninformed recommendation that overlooks the immediate threat Hamas poses, indirectly supports an extremist version of Islam, and reveals a reactive rather than proactive stance on Middle Eastern conflicts, which exacerbates the ongoing crisis instead of addressing its root causes.

The infusion of woke political policy within the military threatens the very meritocracy that ensures operational readiness, diverting focus from the core mission while sowing division and lowering standards, ultimately undermining the robust leadership and effectiveness our armed forces require to safeguard national security.

Biden’s tenure is marred by significant failures in border security, the Afghanistan withdrawal, and China policy, alongside a lack of solid leadership and indecisiveness, eroding confidence in his ability to protect American interests and maintain global stability effectively.

Hamas’s chilling onslaught on the Yom Kippur anniversary underscores their malevolence, demanding Israel’s unyielding defense and unity in the face of such heart-wrenching adversity.

In a landscape marred by economic decline and political disregard, the resilient but beleaguered American working class faces the grim reality of plant closures and job losses, navigating a devalued currency and rising inflation, while contending with the insidious disparities fostered by a government and elite seemingly indifferent to their plight.

Saddle up, warriors of the pen and keyboard, and let your words be your sword, your wit your shield; dive headlong into the fray and shake the pillars of heaven by writing for SOFREP!

I hope reading this sheds light on the dangers of such weaponization.

American politician, former Commander of Special Operations Command Africa, and retired Brigadier General Donald C. Bolduc takes to SOFREP to express his views on the American political system…and he offers solutions.