We discuss the mechanisms of government that function around the principle of civilian control of our military, in relation to new reporting that the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff took extreme steps he believed would protect the United States from dangerous decision-making by former President Donald Trump. Then we learn some strategies for ‘showing up’ for the people we care about, including ourselves.
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The History, Purpose Of Civilian Control Of The US Military
New reporting from Bob Woodward and Robert Costa’s latest book shows that chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley tried to limit President Trump’s ability to launch a military strike in the final days of his presidency. That’s led some critics to call for Milley’s resignation, saying he violated a principle known as civilian control of the military. We talk to an expert on civil-military relations about the history of the concept, and what purpose it serves in the American system of government.
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How To Be There For Others And Yourself
The author of a new book says showing up is what turns the people you know into “your people”. We talk about practical things you can do to make that happen in a technology-driven world where attention is scarce and friendships can be hard to come by.
Episode Credits
- J. Carlisle Larsen Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Risa Brooks Guest
- Rachel Miller Guest
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