Jessica Pavoni

Every commissioned officer in the US military has taken an oath as a condition of military service. But what does this mean? The text of the oath is very specific, but what about its practical application? What are the implications if those who take the oath are asked to violate its principles? These are incredibly … Continue reading “Dismantling the Oath of Office”

Bowe Bergdahl has caused quite the uproar among the military community lately. The soldier, who may or may not have deserted his post in 2009, was recently released in a prisoner exchange for five Taliban members who had been held at Guantanamo. For all the debate regarding whether Bergdahl is a traitor, the conditions of … Continue reading “Does Bowe Bergdahl = 5 Taliban Commanders? Why We’re Asking the Wrong Questions”