One thing really jumped out at me: What happens when policy leaves room for interpretation?
It took me back to times when I had to advise commanders when policy wasn’t always clear. That’s why I believe discussion is critical when there’s ambiguity.
It’s okay to acknowledge our biases, but I think it’s critical that we identify them and work together to remove them from the interpretation and decision-making process.
The bigger question for me is: What checks and balances help ensure the decision serves the institution and the people it represents rather than the personal perspective of the person making the decision?
Mario, June gave your first question a live answer. One page went to every service, and the reasons came back different. The Marines planned to attend. The Air Force cited the executive orders and Pentagon guidance. The Army cited its birthday schedule, and the Navy's reason depends on whether you read Task & Purpose or Military Times.
On checks and balances, the ones that showed up sat outside the building. The Democratic Women's Caucus named the document in writing on June 10, and both outlets reported the services' reasons by June 11. The wreath stayed canceled. The reasons went on the record, and the record is where a reader holds an institution to its own page.
One thing really jumped out at me: What happens when policy leaves room for interpretation?
It took me back to times when I had to advise commanders when policy wasn’t always clear. That’s why I believe discussion is critical when there’s ambiguity.
It’s okay to acknowledge our biases, but I think it’s critical that we identify them and work together to remove them from the interpretation and decision-making process.
The bigger question for me is: What checks and balances help ensure the decision serves the institution and the people it represents rather than the personal perspective of the person making the decision?
Good stuff, brother.
Mario, June gave your first question a live answer. One page went to every service, and the reasons came back different. The Marines planned to attend. The Air Force cited the executive orders and Pentagon guidance. The Army cited its birthday schedule, and the Navy's reason depends on whether you read Task & Purpose or Military Times.
On checks and balances, the ones that showed up sat outside the building. The Democratic Women's Caucus named the document in writing on June 10, and both outlets reported the services' reasons by June 11. The wreath stayed canceled. The reasons went on the record, and the record is where a reader holds an institution to its own page.
So enlightening to me. I’m so thankful for your publications. Please keep them coming!
Thank you, Mario. Chapter 2 posts Monday, Oct. 5, with its own page to check.
I’m looking forward to reading it!