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 Jeremiah Paquette

KS&CB Podcast | Back to School

Family Programs - Vermont

July 24, 2024 | 39:03

It's every kid's least and every parent's favorite time of the year, Back to School. Before you know it your little ones will be out of the house and back to learning. We've invited former teacher, service member, and Yellow Ribbon Program Coordinator 1LT Robert Dornfried into the studio to share some thoughts and tips on how you and your kid(s) can be prepared for the start of the school year.

We've also added a new feature this month. Hidden within the episode is a short game show, What's That Brain Rot?" where we ask parents how much of the new slang they know.

Be sure you watch to the end as Soldier and Family Readiness leader Jessy Smith talks about Operation Homefront and the Back to School Brigade. Learn how you can get a new backpack and free school supplies!

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