Commentary

Commentary

KMC kids serve, too

by Col. Stephen Lambert
86th Airlift Wing vice commander

“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” — Joseph Campbell We spend a great deal of time talking about the sacrifices men and women of our all-volunteer force make in service to our nation. The people of the U.S. are appreciative […]

April 15, 2011 ×

Commentary

Vigilance is key in the KMC

by Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon
86th Airlift Wing commander

Two weeks ago, I stressed the importance of constant readiness in light
of recent events around the world that call us, as military members, to
action.

April 8, 2011 ×

Commentary

Preventing sexual assault everyone’s duty

by Dr. Thomas Appel-Schumacher
USAFE Sexual Assault Response coordinator

In relationships, sexual and otherwise, respect means listening and
carefully considering the other person

April 1, 2011 ×

Commentary

The Federalist Papers

The Federalist Papers

by Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon
86th Airlift Wing commander

I carry a well worn copy of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S.
Constitution and the Bill of Rights with me every day and refer to them
often. I think it is important for those of us who support and defend
the U.S. Constitution to be very familiar with these founding documents.

April 1, 2011 ×

Commentary

Readiness is important in troubled times

by Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon
86th Airlift Wing commander

Grim circumstances around the world in recent weeks have upset our
normal routines and remind us of the role we play as U.S. service
members overseas.

March 25, 2011 ×

Commentary

Women’s history is military history

by Chief Master Sgt. Jeanne Vogt
1st Communications Maintenance Squadron superintendent

Having served for almost a quarter of a century in the Air Force and
having been a woman for almost twice that, I can say this is a different
Air Force than when I first joined.

March 25, 2011 ×

Commentary

Tragic events at Frankfurt remind us to stay vigilant

Commentary by Gen. Mark A. Welsh III
U.S. Air Forces in Europe commander

Like the rest of you, Betty and I were deeply saddened by the senseless
attack at Frankfurt International Airport that claimed the lives of two
of our Airmen and left two others seriously wounded.

March 18, 2011 ×

Commentary

They stand for Zac

They stand for Zac

by Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon
86th Airlift Wing commander

Four Ramstein Airmen, myself included, traveled to O

March 18, 2011 ×

Commentary

What to expect when expecting in the KMC

What to expect when expecting in the KMC

Commentary by Airman 1st Class Ciara M. Travis
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

“Yay! We’re pregnant! Now what?” Being pregnant is no easy task. Combine that with being stationed overseas and an entirely separate challenge is added. Luckily, there is no shortage of resources for the expecting family here in the KMC. The moment I found out I was pregnant, I was overwhelmed […]

March 11, 2011 ×

Commentary

Customers encouraged to visit legal website

Commentary by Capt. Kevin M. Boden
86th Airlift Wing Judge Advocate Office

By now, many of you have seen the American Forces Network commercials
about the Air Force legal assistance website that features members of
the Ramstein Law Center. We

March 11, 2011 ×