Commentaries

'Military justice' is not an oxymoron
February 26, 2007 — The military justice system has been subjected to attack over the years by a variety of political and legal scholars who believe the system is unfair and arcane. These attacks are normally launched after the national press sensationalizes a court-martial case. The courts-martial surrounding Kelly Flynn and various friendly fire incidents (the most... MORE

Charleston Club contributes to Airmen's morale, welfare
February 23, 2007 — One strength of our Armed Forces is tradition and I am a firm believer in the honored traditions our Air Force continues to provide -- namely the Air Force club system and its contributions to the morale and welfare our people. Base clubs have always been a focal point for the social traditions of the Air Force. The club's success is dependent on... MORE

Military Readiness … a family affair
February 23, 2007 — Military operations and humanitarian relief responses have increased substantially since the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While at the same time, the Air Force is decreasing in size. In short, a limited number of troops are handling an unlimited amount of missions around the globe. This operations tempo places an enormous strain on our... MORE

Command Chief's Corner
February 23, 2007 — Congratulations are definitely in order for those outstanding members of Team Charleston who graduated last week from the Robins AFB, Ga., NCO Academy. Having stepped across a stage similar to the one you walked across to receive your graduation certificate, I understand the emotions that you undoubtedly felt. I can confidently say elation and... MORE

Commander's Comments
February 23, 2007 — The awards for Team Charleston keep rolling in! It never ceases to amaze me the outstanding work we do here to save lives and deliver freedom everyday. Here are a few of the recent award winners from Air Mobility Command. The 437th Airlift Wing Safety Office won the AMC Distinguished Flying Unit Safety Award. Tech. Sgt. Elliot Reed, 437th Medical... MORE

Supervisors: take corrective action now
February 15, 2007 — I recently had a young staff sergeant, who is a first-time supervisor, come to my office asking for some help on how to take care of one his troops. It seemed the young Airman had been involved in a minor incident and his supervisor wanted to make sure he took care of the Airman. He told me the Airman in question was a good troop, had never been in... MORE

Making the media work for you
February 15, 2007 — Last February, an explosion rocked the small screen. At the conclusion of a tense two-part episode of "Grey's Anatomy," one of the characters fell victim to a terrorist's bomb. By airing the first half of that two-part episode after last year's Super Bowl, the program's ratings went sky high. On Feb. 5, 2006, thanks to the 38 million viewers who... MORE

Command Chief's Corner
February 15, 2007 — Good Morning Team! I will be taking a little quality time with the family starting today so I will not be available for this afternoon's safety send-off. Therefore I would like to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of you a safe holiday weekend. If you were not able to do something for that special someone for Valentine's Day this may... MORE

Commander's Comments
February 15, 2007 — Charleston Air Force Base is home to the Air Force's two premier air mobility wings! We save more lives than anyone else! Staying No. 1 over time is not easy ... just ask the New York Yankees or the New England Patriots! This won't happen to Team Charleston, with your help, we're ready to stay No. 1 for a long time ... you're up for the... MORE

Airman talks about the consequences of a DUI
February 12, 2007 — Throughout our Air Force careers we are constantly briefed on the dangers of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. I have personally sat through many of these briefings and, like so many others, still made that awful decision to drink and drive. I am not going to give you the same "don't drink and drive" speech you have heard time and... MORE