Today’s post was originally published on January 16, 2022, but Rev King’s words have continuing relevance in today’s world, so let’s consider them again. Being branded an “extremist” today will likely devastate someone’s life. ...
As you read this I hope you are enjoying the Christmas holiday (and if you are uncertain as to what is the most appropriate greeting, I invite your attention to Chaplain (Maj.) Jordan Henricks’...
2024 has been a busy (and interesting!) year! Today’s post takes a look at some Lawfire® highlights starting with a “baker’s dozen” of the most viewed posts of the past 12 months. As you...
Today is the day millions of Americans focus on giving thanks for the good things in their lives. What would they be? According to a new YouGov poll: “The thing that the most Americans...
Veterans Day is a special day for America’s approximately 15.8 million veterans. It is, the Veterans Administration (VA) tells us, a “celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness...
In recent weeks, professors from four U.S. military institutions have expounded on what is in essence the law of military orders (even if they don’t acknowledge it as such). Decide for yourself, but I...
Though many Americans may not be aware of it, today’s official name is “Patriot Day,” a designation established by Congress to remember the tragedy of 9/11 and America’s response to it. The statute also...
It isn’t often when you get to hear directly from one of America’s foremost military leaders of the 21st century, but today you can listen to my exclusive interview with General (Ret) Frank McKenzie,...
The 4th of July is certainly a time to celebrate with friends and family America’s independence. You may want to catch the fireworks and parades in your local area, or watch the always great...
Flags have gotten a lot of press recently, and much of it troubling. These days even flying the American Flag is sometimes seen as a distinctly partisan statement rather than as a traditional expression...
Charles J. Dunlap Jr., the former deputy judge advocate general of the United States Air Force, joined the Duke Law faculty in July 2010 where he is a professor of the practice of law and Executive Director of the Center on Law, Ethics and National Security.
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