A Crisis of Leadership and Morality

What happens when an institution loses its moral foundation?

Stephen Simmons, pulls back the curtain on the unintended consequences of the military’s COVID vaccine mandate. He describes a troubling shift—where bureaucratic leadership, political agendas, and risk aversion have taken precedence over meritocracy and mission readiness.

The fallout? A rise in suicides. A spike in sexual assaults. A growing sense of despair among service members. As resources are poured into medical solutions, Stephen argues that the real issue is deeper—a loss of moral clarity, faith, and purpose.

He challenges the status quo: Why are we overlooking the foundational values that once held the military together? How can true leadership restore accountability and rebuild what’s been lost?

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