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Weaponized Lawfare: An Army Colonel’s Defamation Suit Raises Questions on Patriotism, Free Speech, and Freedom of the Press
By J.M. Phelps | Gateway Pundit Legal retaliation over comments is raising critical questions about the intersection of...
USAFA Provost Valpiani’s remarks at BOV
Remarks given by USAFA Provost/Chief Academic Officer Brig. General James Valpiani at today’s BOV meeting: Good...
USAFA Commandant Tellez’s remarks at BOV
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October 2026 USAFA Board of Visitors Meeting
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The Destructive Power of White Guilt
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The Enemy Within: A General’s Warning
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Pentagon Public Affairs Takes Over Historically Independent Magazine
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Calvert Task Group Launches VeteransVote.us to Rally Veterans for the November 3, 2026 Election
STARRS strongly supports this effort by the Calvert Task Group who we work closely with: New resource urges those who served...
Lawsuit Claims Pentagon Withholding Records on ‘Effectiveness’ of Women in Combat
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Nonbinary Army Soldiers Fight DOD Dismissals Under Trump’s Military Transgender Ban
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USAFA AOG and BOV Meetings This Week
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Biden Dept. of Defense advertised for recruits during “The View”
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Dr. Lani Kass: October 7th and Israel’s War with Hamas
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Tanya Regan, USAFA ’80, interviewed on Kim Monson Show
(Kim Monson Show) The Kim Monson Show interviewed Tanya Regan, who is the assistant vice president for outreach of Stand...
Pete Hegseth Announces Major Overhaul of Military’s Investigative Process
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In Defense of Western Civilization
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Senator introduces legislation to to “depoliticize” military promotions–but insists on using political criteria
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Fort Hood jihadist faces death — now Washington must purge its policy of lies about Islamic radicalism
By Reed D. Rubinstein Lawyer representing Hasan’s victims and their families Sixteen years after his deadly rampage at Fort...
We were THAT close to losing it all
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Every service academy graduate costs taxpayers roughly half a million dollars. So what is that investment supposed to buy...
The Special Relationship Just Failed a Basic Test
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SecWar Hegseth Visit to USAFA; Gives Speech to Cadets
(Pentagon News) Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled to the U.S. Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado, on...
A Story of Political Betrayal
By Major General Joe Arbuckle, US Army ret STARRS Board of Directors Vice Chairman Emeritus I recently saw a doctor whose...
USAFA Board of Visitors Meeting – October 16, 2026
Requests to attend in-person and/or written statements due before October 11, 2026. You can watch the meeting online on...
Correctly Understanding the ‘Stupidity’ of the Left
By Greg Salsbury, PhD STARRS Board of Advisors The “Dumbocrats” Narrative A long list of prominent conservatives have...
USecAF Lohmeier sees Ramstein AB Airmen, Guardian readiness firsthand
(USAF) Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier visited with U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa and U.S. Space...
Civilian Tenure Is Out at America’s Military Service Academies—Why It Matters
By Victoria Manning | Restoration News For years, Restoration of America Foundation (ROAF) has argued that service...
Secretary Hegseth Announces Six Major Initiatives at Quantico Speech
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Hegseth Unveils Sweeping Military Overhaul, Targets Top Brass, ‘Wokeness’
Excellent article covering the big changes. Sec Hegseth is moving at a pace necessary to keep step with the rapid changing...
Message from Lt. Gen. Mike Flynn regarding STARRS Event on October 10
Former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and President Trump’s first National Security Advisor Lt. General...
Join the Infantry
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One Year & 160 Lives Changed Forever!
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An Oath, or Just Recitation of Words?
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Sharia Law – Dangerous Ideology Spreads in America
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Air Force Major Arrested for Protesting Trump Could Face Court-Martial Over ‘Contemptuous’ Words
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Establishment of the Office of Religious Affairs
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DoW MEMO: America’s Corps of Cadets
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Hegseth Delivers ‘State of the Force’ Address, Outlines Series of New Initiatives
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Our Country is at a Crossroads: Interview with Colonels Rob Maness and Ron Scott
Something big is happening in American politics, and it is not just another loud election season. STARRS & Stripes host...
Cultural State of the Force
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New President of The Citadel Gen. McKenzie: “I will be relentless — relentless — in the pursuit of excellence.”
Gen. Frank McKenzie inaugurated as The Citadel’s 21st president (The Citadel) When Gen. Frank McKenzie, USMC (Ret.), ’79...
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Signs Directive Halting Tenured Civilian Positions at U.S. Military Service Academies
(Pentagon) The Department of War continues to reform our educational institutions to ensure they remain laser-focused on...
Over-Feminization of Journalism and Modern Woke Reporting
By Col. Bill Connor, USA ret, The Citadel ’90 Chairman of the STARRS Board of Advisors A recent survey of journalists...
STARRS to Host National Forum on Faith, Family and Freedom in Scottsdale, Arizona
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Stand Together Against Racism and Radicalism in...
The United States Air Force Academy Is Training Warriors Again
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Defense Language Institute moves to remove perceived DEI language from classrooms
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Guam and Its Pacific Neighbors: A Critical Line of Defense
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Now Back in Uniform: At Least 134 Airmen, Guardians Who Refused COVID Vaccine
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After being discharged under vaccine mandate, Army Soldier reinstates and completes transfer to Space Force
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Legal Battle Over COVID-19 Shot Mandate Sparks Debate on Military Accountability and Public Health
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Secretary Hegseth’s Joint Warfighter Evaluation Restores Marshall’s Standard
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Watch Call Sign Courage on Angel Studios
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The Canadian Military Deems God Offensive
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STARRS Podcasts
Shifts in Military Culture: Insights from Lt General Rod Bishop
Is the U.S. military compromising its unity and readiness for the sake of progressive ideologies? Join STARRS & Stripes...
Interview with Maj. General Bentley Rayburn, STARRS Chairman of the Board
A fighter pilot’s logbook tells one story; the culture that shaped the pilot tells the rest. STARRS & Stripes host CDR...
Rally For Our Republic – Arizona
STARRS held a “Rally For Our Republic” event in September 2024 in Arizona. Here is a video of the full event...
Flying the F-14 Tomcat: Lessons in Leadership and Camaraderie with Navy Commander Dave Baranek
Ever wonder what it takes to fly one of the Navy’s most iconic jets? Join STARRS & Stripes podcast with host CDR...
Interview With Elaine Donnelly, Center For Military Readiness
STARRS Vice President and Board of Directors Vice-Chair, Dr. Ron Scott interviewed Elaine Donnelly, from the Center for...
Interview with Dr. Zuhdi Jasser
Dr. Ron Scott hosted an interview with Dr. Zuhdi Jasser on CD Media’s series, “The Intellectuals.” Dr. Jasser is a first...
Interview with Scott McQuarrie and Larry Purdy: Raced-based admissions in military service academies
On this STARRS podcast, STARRS President Ron Scott speaks with lawyers Scott McQuarrie, USMA 1972, and Larry Purdy, USNA...
DEI’s Impact on Military Unity, Readiness and Historical Lessons for Today
Are our military forces less prepared today than they were after World War II? Join us as Commander Al Palmer, USN ret, and...
Interview with Author Jason Hill, PhD on CRT
“Intellectuals” podcast host Dr. Ron Scott speaks with Dr. Jason D. Hill, PhD., DePaul University Philosophy Professor, one...
Interview with LTC Darin Gaub (USA, Ret) Of Restore Liberty
Dr. Ron Scott speaks with LTC (USA, Ret) Darin Gaub, the executive director of Restore-Liberty.org.
Exposing DEI: Understanding the Strategy Behind Institutional Indoctrination
A lot of important, eye-opening information in STARRS July Town Hall with guest speaker Dr. Stanley Ridgley, a former Army...
A Conversation with USAF Brigadier General Christopher “Mookie” Walker
In this episode of STARRS & Stripes, host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret, talks with retired Air Force Brigadier General...
Lt General Rod Bishop: From USAFA to Leading Seven Commands
Meet STARRS Chairman of the Board Lt. General Rod Bishop, USAF ret, USAFA ’74, interviewed by STARRS & Stripes...
The Amazing Military Aviation Life of F-4 Wild Weasel Al Palmer
His Army Air Corps grandfather received his pilot license in 1906 from Orville Wright and knew aviation legends like Charles...
Mike Rose: Fighting for Justice and Integrity in the Military and Service Academies
In this episode of STARRS & Stripes, prepare to engage with a riveting conversation on the intricate landscape of...
The Hoax of Critical Race Theory: Interview with Dr. Wilfred Reilly
STARRS Ron Scott talks with Dr. Wilfred Reilly about the hoax of Critical Race Theory. See his books: BOOK REVIEW: Hate...
Interview with Charles Love
Dr. Ron Scott, STARRS VP and Board of Directors Vice-Chairman, interviews Charles Love. Mr. Love is the Executive Director...
STARRS Town Hall | The Military’s Leftwing Ideological Resistance: Fighting Back Against the Military Reforms of the President and SecDef
STARRS held its quarterly Town Hall meeting on 9 April 2025 with special guest speakers Sam Shoemate, a retired Army...
From USAFA to Air Force Leader: Discipline, Mentorship, and Duty with Colonel Ron Scott
STARRS & STRIPES Interviews: Meet STARRS President and CEO Col. Ron Scott, PhD, USAF ret, USAFA ’73 — his...
The Seditious Six: Military Orders, Outrage and the Law
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Interview with STARRS Board of Advisors Chairman Col. Bill Connor, USA ret
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Upholding the Warrior Ethos in the Military: Interview with MOH Recipient Drew Dix
STARRS & Stripes host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret interviews retired Army Special Forces Major Drew Dix, Medal of Honor...
Military Members Fighting Vaccine Mandate
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Navy Captain Jerry Rovner’s Firsthand Experiences Responding to 9/11 in the New York City Area
The attacks of September 11 reshaped American security, but the most revealing lessons often sit inside the logistics, the...
Interview with retired Air Force Colonel and author Tracey Meck
STARRS President, Dr Ron Scott interviews retired Air Force Colonel and author Tracey Meck (STARRS VP Digital Media, USAFA...
STARRS Town Hall with Guest Speaker Rick Addante: DEI is NOT Dead at the Department of War
At a STARRS Town Hall held on 18 September 2025, Dr. Rick Adante, a former tenured professor, reveals how universities...
Are the Motivations to Serve Missing in Today’s Military? A Conversation with Three Leaders
STARRS & Stripes Host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret, was joined by the presidents of three veterans organizations who are...
Journey to Chief: Rod McKinley on Military Service, Standards, Families and Leadership Values
STARRS & Stripes host CDR Al Palmer, USN ret, interviews STARRS Board of Directors member Rodney McKinley, who served as...
The Constitution Comes First: How Our Military Legal System Lost Its Way – Judge Bruce Tucker Smith
On this episode of STARRS & Stripes, host Al Palmer talks with Judge Bruce Tucker Smith, a 21-year veteran JAG officer...
The Long Red Road from Marxism to Communism
A three-minute video from a military academy lit the fuse for a bigger question: how did ideas tied to Marxism and...
Open Letters
Air Force / Air Force Academy
USAFA Cadet: “I came here to be mentally and physically challenged, not be constantly told “I’m the victim”
Recent post on Service Academy Forum by a USAFA Cadet: “Disclaimer: This might not represent the views of the Cadet...
Affirmative Action Opponents Sue US Air Force Academy
By Nate Raymond | Reuters The group that successfully persuaded the U.S. Supreme Court to ban race-conscious admissions at...
Former Air Force Academy Professor: Stop Teaching Cadets Anti-American Racial Marxism
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Admissions, Curriculum, and Diversity of Thought at the Military Service Academies
Habits of Honor, Faith, and Patriotism – Col. Doug “Stoli” Nikolai
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Army’s Top Enlisted Leader Removed Diversity Consideration for Top Enlisted Roles
By Steve Beynon | Military.com The Army’s top enlisted leader has removed key guidance that required diversity to be...
Rep. Wesley Hunt: Woke Initiatives Have No Place In Our Military
Texas Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt (USMA ’04) joins Fox Across America With Jimmy Failla to share his thoughts...
‘White Identity Is Inherently Racist’: Waltz Quotes CRT Readings Covered In Military Academies
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Navy / Naval Academy
Naval War College Hosts Trans-Identifying Colonel To Discuss LGBT ‘Experiences’
By Shawn Fleetwood | The Federalist The U.S. Naval War College hosted a lecture last week featuring a trans-identifying...
Preserving Military Excellence through Leadership and Unity with Tom Burbage and Bruce Davey of the Calvert Task Group
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