If We Really Want Women in Combat, Men Must Do More
In an op-ed for the L.A. Times, MWI’s Maj. John Spencer explains why so few women have signed up for combat arms branches — and how more can be encouraged to do so.
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 10.12.16 | Commentary & Analysis
In an op-ed for the L.A. Times, MWI’s Maj. John Spencer explains why so few women have signed up for combat arms branches — and how more can be encouraged to do so.
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 09.27.16 | Commentary & Analysis
In this Defense One article, MWI’s Major John Spencer argues that in combat cell phones, internet, and social media are a threat to team building and social cohesion.
Read MoreJohn Spencer, John Via and Karen Boroff | 08.01.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MWI’s Major John Spencer, Dr. Karen Boroff, and Colonel John Via discuss the implication of increased connectivity to the military profession in the August edition of Army Magazine.
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 07.27.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MWI’s John Spencer discusses the military’s troop deployment policy in Politico.
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 07.05.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MWI’s John Spencer argues the downward trend of American health and fitness is a national security emergency.
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