One of the most profound evolutions of the National Guard occurred
following the release of the 2006 Quadrennial Defense Review. It
redefined the role of the National Guard from a strategic reserve
to an operational reserve. This leadership decision dramatically
increased the responsibility of the NG. NG personnel and equipment
have rapidly become exhausted and unserviceable. Units are forced
to cross level equipment and personnel to fill shortages in support
of deployed units. The net effect of this increased responsibility
may have a deleterious effect on the overall national security of
the United States. An organization constitutionally established as
the primary homeland security force must have the operational
reserve role clearly defined. Conversely, what military
organization executes the role of strategic reserve in the Guard's
absence? The question is not if the NG can support an operational
role, but what are the sacrifices to homeland security? The
military and political leadership must be willing to consider
reduced deployment times, enforcement of the ARFORGEN process,
continued aggressive recruiting, retention campaigns, and focusing
federal and state authorities toward increased civic involvement
for homeland security. This is an enormous financial undertaking
especially in times of economic crisis. It is however, a critical
issue requiring the focused attention of the military, the
political leadership and citizenry of the United States in order to
provide the best alternative for securing the borders of our nation
and our way of life from the potential threats in the 21st Century.
General
| Imprint: |
Biblioscholar
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
September 2012 |
| First published: |
September 2012 |
| Authors: |
Kristian J Kirkland
|
| Dimensions: |
246 x 189 x 6mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
| Pages: |
114 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-249-40414-9 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Education >
General
Promotions
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| LSN: |
1-249-40414-2 |
| Barcode: |
9781249404149 |
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