Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Tech. Sgt. Tory Patterson

Wilford Hall offers Progressive Tinnitus Management Class

59th Medical Wing

May 1, 2024 | 1:45

Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center's Audiology Clinic offers a multitude of services - anything from evaluations and testing to managing hearing loss with amplification or implants.

The clinic also offers Progressive Tinnitus Management classes.

“It’s a research-based program coming out of the VA - they are true leaders in our field of Tinnitus management,” said Capt. Emily Lee, 59th Medical Wing audiologist. “Unfortunately there’s no cure of Tinnitus at this time, but there’s research showing that people who take these classes and implement the strategies provided can experience improvement”

Active-duty service members do not need a referral to register for the Progressive Tinnitus Management class and can contact Wilford Hall Audiology to sign-up for the two-hour session, which is offered in-person or virtually.

WHASC Audiology Clinic can be reached at (210) 292-5420