Pondering many things from National Strategy, Family, God, politics…mountain biking, education, Star Wars, Batman, aircraft, cars, policy, history, the decline of empire…good food, fitness, surfing, hiking, outdoors, rock climbing, kayaking, the 49ers, The Clash, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, but where would one go to find such things?
DeM Banter: Once again… history is indeed a great teacher. Reuters.com May 22, 2013 Most of the international debate about Syria policy focuses on how to remove President Bashar al-Assad from power. Options for NATO states and key Arab League … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: But… the genie has already left the building with no leash… so getting it back in the bottle–especially now that Russia, China, and Iran have their own systems. The next 5-10 years should be interesting. New York Times … Continue reading →
Those of you who know me know I tend to obsess about vision–perhaps too much? As we change jobs and move positions–I don’t know about you, but I tend to look back and take stock in what went right and … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: With the new “austerity” strategy there will be a need to invest somewhere. Where do we see the best dollar saved and dollar spent is still a discussion I have yet to hear. Quantum Look if executed could … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: the Legacy Continues! Long fly the Bloody Hundredth… Proud of you all. Air Force Times May 27, 2013 Pg. 5 It may not have the level of attention of operations in Afghanistan, but Air Force refueling operations just … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: it’s all about choices… I just hope we are realistic about the outcomes… View Original Think Tanks Conducting Shadow Review WASHINGTON — Senior US Defense Department officials are expected to present three budget-cutting scenarios to the defense secretary … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: I came across this article about a month ago… and I keep finding myself pondering it. I encourage you to read the entire piece as I have only placed the pieces I keep reflecting on below… interesting….there is … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: Well I am sure they will use them for “good” and not “evil.” We are all friends here right? Not like we could see these in Syria or Iran? MOSCOW, May 17 (RIA Novosti) – Russian experts are … Continue reading →
DeM Banter: Important piece here from the CNO and CSAF… not sure I see anything totally new or different, but it is good to read a piece that is focused on something bigger that what is going on in DC. … Continue reading →
View Original 1. Set scary standards. Your level of excellence and expectation for your product, service, or experience should be something that is nearly unattainable… 2. Allow for failure. The road to success is many times paved through multiple failures…. … Continue reading →