Eric Navarro, Author at Task & Purpose

By Eric Navarro May 12, 2020

Analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us one thing: we should all serve

With most of the United States under lockdown orders in an effort to “flatten the curve” in the fight against...

By Eric Navarro Jan 19, 2015

Joining the Military

A Radical Solution To Force Reduction Cuts

Many reports detail Pentagon budget cuts that could have a dangerous impact on the overall readiness of our military at...

By Eric Navarro Sep 24, 2014

Community

Reserve Force And National Guard Budget Cuts Are Threatening National Security

There is a growing problem in the military reserve and National Guard communities: The financial resources to accomplish our mission...

By Eric Navarro Jul 29, 2014

News

Is Rick Perry Right In Calling Up The National Guard To Defend Our Border?

Texas Republican Gov. Rick Perry’s recent decision to call up the National Guard to stem the flow of migrants illegally...

By Eric Navarro Jul 11, 2014

Education

If You’re Pursuing An Education, Learn From My Mistakes

Following World War II, one of the best examples of a successful government program was the G.I. Bill. Once passed,...

By Eric Navarro Jun 26, 2014

Career

Coming To Terms With The End Of Your Military Service

Transitioning from military to civilian life is one of the most difficult things I have ever had to do. One...

By Eric Navarro Jun 18, 2014

Community

COUNTERPOINT: Proposed Mandatory National Service Not Focused Solely On Military Service

The response to my post about national service has been interesting to say the least. With comments running the gamut...

By Eric Navarro Jun 16, 2014

News

We Didn’t Finish The Job In Iraq

As an Iraq War veteran, watching the events unfolding in Iraq over the last few weeks has been interesting to...

By Eric Navarro Jun 9, 2014

Community

Could One Year Of Mandatory National Service Change This Country?

In previous posts for Task & Purpose, I tried to put reaction to the Veterans Affairs scandal into proper perspective....

By Eric Navarro Jun 2, 2014

News

The Most Important, And Damning, Aspect Of This Entire Sordid VA Affair

On Friday, the Veterans Affairs scandal claimed another political victim. Secretary Eric Shinseki was forced to resign as the political...

By Eric Navarro May 29, 2014

News

The Disgusting Politics Behind How Washington Is Reacting To The VA Report

It’s always illuminating to watch the reactions of politicians, pundits and activists following the release of a government report on...

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The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us one thing: we should all serve

A Radical Solution To Force Reduction Cuts

Reserve Force And National Guard Budget Cuts Are Threatening National Security

Is Rick Perry Right In Calling Up The National Guard To Defend Our Border?

If You’re Pursuing An Education, Learn From My Mistakes

Coming To Terms With The End Of Your Military Service

COUNTERPOINT: Proposed Mandatory National Service Not Focused Solely On Military Service

We Didn’t Finish The Job In Iraq

Could One Year Of Mandatory National Service Change This Country?

The Most Important, And Damning, Aspect Of This Entire Sordid VA Affair

The Disgusting Politics Behind How Washington Is Reacting To The VA Report