The three medical services for our armed forces –the VA, DOD and private providers – have historically been challenged by inadequate resources for care coordination. But now that the VA has purchased the same electronic health record system as the Pentagon, hopes are growing that we are on a path to better integration. Members of the armed forces, policymakers and medical providers are asking what new opportunities greater integration might create, and what barriers still remain. Join POLITICO as we convene a timely conversation about what this means for current and former members of the military. … [Read more...] about Outside, In: Coordinating Care for the Armed Forces
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British Armed Forces Members Should Wear Uniform in Public
The men and women of the British Armed Forces should follow their U.S. counterparts and be encouraged to wear their uniform while engaging with local communities, a Parliamentary debate has heard. Tory MP Stephen Kerr said British troops should be free to emulate the American services in a manner that would raise the profile and recognition of the armed forces.“One of the points that I wonder if we ought not to encourage is the more widespread wearing of uniform by service personnel when they are going about their business in our communities,” said Mr Kerr, the MP for Stirling. “The standard practice currently, I think, is for them to wear civilian clothing.” Liberal Democrat Jamie Stone said the possible boost to recruitment should not be ruled out by such a measure. He said:We have heard so many times in this Chamber about the difficulty our armed forces have recruiting. If we build up the good will and the knowledge of what … [Read more...] about British Armed Forces Members Should Wear Uniform in Public
North Korea throws a military parade celebrating the anniversary of their armed forces
North Korea throws a military parade celebrating the anniversary of their armed forces In honor of the 70th anniversary of their military forces The People's Army, North Korea threw a military parade in Kim Il-Sung Square in Pyongyang on Feb. 8, 2018. Complete with tanks driven down the streets, performers, and soldiers marching in formation, the spectacle comes as athletes representing the country are competing in the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. … [Read more...] about North Korea throws a military parade celebrating the anniversary of their armed forces
Trump ordered armed forces parade out of ‘affection’ for military, Mattis says
The Trump administration bulldozed ahead Wednesday with plans to throw a grand military parade on the president’s request, ignoring bipartisan criticism that such a public demonstration of power is characteristic of authoritarian regimes like North Korea and China. The White House dragged out Defense Secretary Jim Mattis to brief reporters on Trump’s ordering the Pentagon last month to start planning an armed forces parade through the nation’s capital. “We all know the president of the United States’ affection for the military,” Mattis said, adding that Trump’s parade request reflects his respect for the military. Mattis, a retired U.S. Marine Corps general, declined to answer questions about how the parade would be paid for or when it would take place, adding that the Pentagon is actively “putting together some options.” Mattis’ answers did not quell a chorus of criticism, with both Republicans and Democrats in Congress … [Read more...] about Trump ordered armed forces parade out of ‘affection’ for military, Mattis says
Trump ordered armed forces parade out of ‘affection’ for military
The Trump administration bulldozed ahead Wednesday with plans to throw a grand military parade on the President's request, ignoring bipartisan criticism that such a public demonstration of power is characteristic of authoritarian regimes like North Korea and China. The White House dragged out Defense Secretary Jim Mattis to brief reporters on Trump's order to the Pentagon last month to start planning an armed forces parade through the streets of the nation's capital. "We all know the President of the United States' affection for the military," Mattis said, arguing that Trump's parade request reflects his respect for the military. Mattis, a retired U.S. Marine Corps general, declined to answer questions about how the parade would be paid for or when it would take place, adding that the Pentagon is actively "putting together some options." Pentagon planning grand military parade on Trump's orders Donald Trump in the White House Mattis' answers did not quell a Congress-wide … [Read more...] about Trump ordered armed forces parade out of ‘affection’ for military