Air Force Lt. Gen. addresses cadets about racism incident

Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria, superintendent of the Air Force Academy, stood all his 4,000 cadets at attention Thursday to deliver a message on racial slurs found written on message boards at the academy's preparatory school.

[sabercat]

"If you can't treat someone with dignity and respect, then get out."

[ralphthompson]

This is how a LEADER addresses this issue.

[ericpro]

“The appropriate response to horrible language, to a horrible idea is a better idea.” I am ready to fight for this idea. This officer is truly worthy of his stars. The American army can be proud of him. Respect and admiration! From France (EU.)

[liandrade]

Imagine a guy like this as President of the United States of America...

[AA-ekkz]

In case you guys forgot in America, this is what a real leader looks like.

[Dirk]

“If you can’t treat someone who is different from you with respect, you need to get out.”

[womanonabicycle]

This is leadership.
This man is a true humanitarian and a great human being.

[spiralbones]

You can literally feel how angry he is and how hard he is trying to control himself.

[mgasukihanwa]

You can tell he is so angry. And he is a hard man. A man refined by principle and respect

[manomonkekingdom]

“Race doesn’t matter when you’re in a foxhole” my friend Mr Ramsey a Vietnam Vet

[vjp]

I still watch this video regularly to remind me the power of this man's words. My parents endured so much racism in the 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s.. and listening to this man gives me ongoing hope that one day there will be some form of peaceful unity... may not be perfect, but at least let's "talk about it". We need more people like this man around the world. I would love to meet him and say "Thank you" 🙏

[wave]

"If you can't treat someone with dignity and respect, then you need to get out" Quotable quote from our great leader.

[hashimawad]

I am not American, never been to America but, i'm moved this man's speech. That's how dignified people deal with racism and ignorace.

[ariesb]

A man with morals. "If you can't treat someone with dignity and respect, you need to get out". Powerful statement!

[stevebeimler]

This what true good leadership is all about - no dark areas or mincing of words - straight to the point and into the light !!! Yes Sir - I salute 🫡 you!!!

[mallows]

Why don’t you Americans have someone like this running for your presidential election ?

[rimehoarfrost]

This is what a true leader is. Firm yet gentle, confident but still vulnerable. Truly a boss.

[bulimosavatia]

His voice is heard all over the world. A good example of a focused leader.

[colinsmith]

This is what a leader looks like. Very powerful words and thank you for your service

[TheDoublemartin]

This guy needs to address the whole of America “if you can’t treat someone from a different race with respect, then you need to get out”
What a lad!