yourviews There is no doubt this budget
and reduction program is going to hurt this nation. The game has been played too many times ... for it not to be noticed by those who may be thinking of a military career. ... Our troops have given honorable, dedicated commitment, but our government’s honor, dedication, and commitment to [the military] is nonexistent. Washington has no idea what
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these “savings” are going to cost be- fore this is over. — Capt. Daniel J. Hill, AUS (Ret) Life Member
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Pay Cap Disgrace I noted in the November issue of Military Officer [“Pay Cap Is Back,” Washington Scene] that the executive branch will be capping the pay raise for active duty personnel at 1 percent for 2015. Our president can try to force a
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39-percent increase in the minimum wage for nonmilitary workers but refuses to allow more than 1 percent for men and women who volunteer to serve our country. ... All veterans signed a contract that could result in the forfeiture of their lives, as well as other daily sacrifices. It is disgraceful that our president fails to recognize the service and dedication of the men and women in the military orga- nizations of the U.S. — Maj. Ron Skow, USMC (Ret) via email
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Editor’s note: We received numer- ous letters regarding specific “State Report Card” criteria and findings. We will consider all feedback as we plan the 2015 assessment update.
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