“The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind him in other men the conviction and the will to carry on. The genius of a good leader is to leave behind him a situation which common sense, without the grace of genius, can deal with successfully.” -Walter Lippmann
As an Army veteran this one is close to my heart. Drill sergeants, as Command Sgt. Maj. Teresa King says, are in the business of turning civilians into soldiers. In the military, there is not a more important job. Its a position of honor, prestige and great responsibility. And recently the Army entrusted King to lead the people who train the best.
Read the story here. Watch an AP video of the story, including short interviews here. Listen to the New York Times' audio of the story.
To the bloggers, I dare you to join The Happy Go Lucky Bachelor and Essential Presence and post some good news from time to time.
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4 comments:
Man 28 years in the service, you know your a special person to do that. Congrats to her.
Stories like this remind me of what I loved about the Army.
I've heard about this military sister. Excellent story and role model for our young 'uns.
I will join you in seeking out good news posts on every Tuesday.
peace, Villager
I'm telling you Villager. Its like a breath of fresh of air. We get so bogged down on the negative and the fights we must fight.
Good, motivating stories are equally necessary.
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