Alexander's Column
Principled commentary from Mark Alexander, Publisher.
A Win for Faith in Our Military Ranks
“I will be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified or discouraged for the Lord my God is with me wherever I go.”
Questions About Wreaths Across America
Many of our readers have a connection with WAA and Christmas wreath placements honoring Veterans, but financial issues need to be resolved.
Readers’ Choice: Best of Valor for 2025
2025’s most popular “Profiles of Valor” honoring American Patriots.
President Trump Signs Medal of Honor Act
“They never ask for special recognition or demand special treatment.”
A Week Celebrating America’s Most Intrepid Patriots, Past and Present
“For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.”
Farewell, CAPT Jim Lovell
“Feel the breeze on your cheek, and know that God has really given us ability to be here.”
Scuttling the USNS Rainbow Mafia
Harvey Milk was no distinguished Veteran, and in fact was a disgraceful, predatory pedophile politician.
‘HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY TO ALL’?
“Unfortunately, there will be mixed Memorial Day messages. ... Some will come from politicians who use Memorial Day to promote their agenda — a distraction from honoring American Patriots who have died in combat.”
The 250th Anniversary of America’s Armed Forces
“Si vis pacem, para bellum.” In 1790, President George Washington declared, “To be prepared for war, is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.”
For Many Veterans, the Vietnam War Never Ended
“For the next 1,742 days, he endured torture, starvation, desolation, disease, and one stretch of 20 months in strict solitary confinement.”
The Bragg and Benning Rebrands
The consensus among Veterans who served at Bragg and Benning is almost universal support for the historical name restorations, regardless of the contortions to get there.
The USS Bill Clinton?
In a disgraceful departing act, Biden insulted every American Patriot, especially Veterans, by naming the next Ford-class aircraft carrier the USS William J. Clinton.
There Was No ‘Terrorist Attack’ in Las Vegas
This was the last desperate act of a soldier who had served our nation with honor and integrity.
Memorial Day Mixed Messages — Getting It Right
“Always for them: Duty, Honor, Country. Always their blood, and sweat, and tears, as they saw the way and the light.”
The Longest Armed Forces Day
Say “thank you” to spouses and family members of those who have and continue to serve our nation.
Dishonoring Our Fallen
High-profile hero receptions for those who did not perish in combat dishonor the fallen who were killed in action.
A Christmas Truce: Silent Night on the Western Front
A moment of Peace amid death and destruction: “Silent night, holy night, All is calm, all is bright.”
National Medal of Honor Day — Devotion: The Real Story
“For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.”
DOD Prohibits Patriotic American Flag Displays
Some of the mindless decrees emanating from Biden’s luminary Pentagon appointees are just surreal.