Another great post, Kelly! As a long-time federal employee, now an A&AS contractor (to assure the next generation is prepared to take over what some have called “the keystone” of deterrence), I have seen pretty much everything referenced. While I can claim some small successes, I have been warned numerous times to leave certain things alone - often due to the “special interest” of a member of Congress, or a “big contributor” (usually to a Democrat or Democrat-favored interest). So, nothing you said was surprising or shocking. Hopefully the slash and burn will still allow some judicious assessment and cost/benefit analysis - especially for those short-term projects that have a definite near-term completion with mid-long term benefits.
Another great post, Kelly! As a long-time federal employee, now an A&AS contractor (to assure the next generation is prepared to take over what some have called “the keystone” of deterrence), I have seen pretty much everything referenced. While I can claim some small successes, I have been warned numerous times to leave certain things alone - often due to the “special interest” of a member of Congress, or a “big contributor” (usually to a Democrat or Democrat-favored interest). So, nothing you said was surprising or shocking. Hopefully the slash and burn will still allow some judicious assessment and cost/benefit analysis - especially for those short-term projects that have a definite near-term completion with mid-long term benefits.
Mahalo!
Great video about the usual "people will die" rhetoric⬇
https://youtu.be/eXWhbUUE4ko?si=Wt83lPkUYQjHnoBt
Good logical piece, Kelly. Of course, your use of facts is counterintuitive to those preferring to rely on uninformed emotions. Hang in there.
Great piece.
Brilliant title.
Think Dems are already regretting having pumped up Trump as the 2024 GOP nominee?
Well done. Something has to give, and the bizarre, wasteful, and corrupt programs are a great place to start.
Way out of control.