A Strong Fighting Force Is a Diverse Fighting Force
Abstract
A strong fighting force is a diverse fighting force. Said another way, diversity equals combat power. Therefore, we should strive to have diversity, both up and down the ranks, because it makes us better. In addition to the benefits of diverse views and opinions, it is important for the top echelon of military leadership to reflect the diversity of the Nation not to achieve numbers for the sake of achieving numbers, but because young enlisted members and officers need to see a way to top leadership positions if they have the drive and talent to get there. I grew up in Southeast Washington, DC. In my neighborhood, and for the most part in my world, there was little diversity. As a kid, I played with African- Americans, went to school with and was taught by African-Americans, went to church with African-Americans, and my role models and heroes were African- Americans. On the surface, I suppose there is nothing wrong with that. In fact, that type of isolation within one s own ethnic group or hood is not uncommon. In hindsight, however, I realize that so many Americans spending their formative years this way is a problem because America, as a whole, is not represented and its diversity is not highlighted.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2015
- Accession Number
- ADA618535
Entities
People
- Larry O. Spencer
Organizations
- National Defense University