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Author Archives: S. E. Jackson
The Root of the Problem
Some mornings you wake up and wonder, “How did we find ourselves in this mess?” Depending on who you are, your circumstances, and quality of your sleep the night before, the question could concern your job, your marriage, or the … Continue reading
Traditionally Speaking: Of Kneeling and Protests
“Traditionally Speaking” discussed traditions or standard practices being threatened or modified by the coronavirus crisis. There, I noted traditions often take centuries to evolve, though some forces may cause shifts more quickly. At the time, it seemed comments by highly … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Police, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Kaepernick, kneeling, National Anthem, NFL Protests, Star-Spangled Banner
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The De-escalation Myth
The word of the moment for the last few weeks has been de-escalation. From so-called experts to so-called journalists, to former Navy Seals transitioning into experts on everything, de-escalation is the key. It is the key to avoiding more officer-involved … Continue reading
Who’d A Thunk It?
Some may find the title of this piece a bit much. On the other hand, one or two of you may still have a sense of humor. If so, that may be your most significant personal asset in the future, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Ethics, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Police, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged anarchy, autonomous zone, Black panthers, riots, seattle, vigilantes
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A Promise Kept
I was introduced to a song, “After the War,” several years ago. The song is moving, especially to those who lost someone in Vietnam. It may be even more moving for those who visited the Vietnam memorial to find their … Continue reading
Posted in Patriotism, Uncategorized, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged memorial day, Vietnam, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, war, warfare
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More Than a Name
David Charles Marshall Jackson was his name. The poor kid was named after his great-grandfather, grandfather, and father. That’s the price one pays for being the second son whose older brother was not stuck with any ancestral names. You get … Continue reading
Posted in National Defense, Uncategorized, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged memorial day, Soldiers, veterans, Vietnam, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, warfare
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The Wall of Names
Monday I posted “Of Memorials and Remembrances.” It was intended to be a reminder that Memorial Day is not simply another holiday. While I normally write something for Memorial Day, this piece was triggered by someone’s attempt at being current … Continue reading
Posted in Patriotism, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged memorial day, sacrifice, Vietnam, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, warfare
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Of Memorial and Remembrance
I have been hard-pressed not to editorialize over Memorial Day this year. Instead, let me say simply, it is a holiday with a disputed history, and an often misunderstood focus.Currently, we designate the last Monday in May as Memorial Day. … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Patriotism, Veterans, Vietnam
Tagged Army, Coast Guard, holidays, Korea, Marines, memorial day, Military, Navy, Vietnam, war, World War II
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Oxymoronically Speaking: Medical Science
Yes, you read that correctly. I am claiming the term medical science is an oxymoron. With that said, I am not attacking doctors, nurses, or most other health professionals. I am saying the chant “Follow the science!” as applied to … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Leadership, Medicine, Science, Uncategorized
Tagged coronavirus, COVID-19, death toll, follow the science, medical science, pandemic, soft science
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Still Stuck in the Middle
At least one political cartoonist and I seem to have the same feeling. Much of America is, and has been, stuck in the middle of a political crisis that threatens the very fabric of our society. I originally wrote about … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Ethics, Leadership, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged far right, leftists, media bias, objectivity, Political Extremes, Politics, trolling, trolls
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