Newport Lecture Series Military Professionalism Under Political Polarization

Professionalism in the military is essential for career success, but no model of professionalism can compensate for an unhealthy political system. In an increasingly polarized society, how exactly does a military officer stay neutral? And should they when confronting bigotry or vaccine skepticism or other hot-button issues in their own units? U.S. Naval War College Associate Professor of National Security Lindsay P. Cohn, Ph.D., discusses the challenges of political polarization in this virtual Newport Lecture Series presentation recorded Wednesday, April 20, 2022.

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This thought provoking talk should be shared with the leaders of every officer commissioning source. They can factor her perspective into helping prepare future Second Lieutenants and Ensigns.