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Parental Alienation in the U.S. Military

Parental Alienation in the U.S. Military by Michael Conzachi, Board of Directors, Save Our Heroes’ Project Parental Alienation. What is it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jPdav5cfMg There have been strong misconceptions and opinions as to what parental alienation is, but parents who have been affected can unequivocally tell you that it is real. This post will attempt to provide the reader with some knowledge and location of resources, in the unfortunate attempt that a parent [...]

Presumption of Innocence

Believe the victim is a term so commonly uttered in the context of sexual assault prosecutions that it’s approaching a cliche. But “one of the fundamental tenets of our criminal justice system requires that we start by believing, not the accuser, but the accused—a concept more commonly known as the presumption of innocence.” Colonel Daniel J. Higgins  

How does General Woodward make the slightest bit of sense?

How does General Woodward make the slightest bit of sense? At a Chief of Staff summit in regards to sexual assault, Major General Margaret Woodward wants all commanders to “start by believing.” Believe there is a problem, and believe victims when they come forward. This doesn’t go contrary to “innocent until proven guilty,” but balances the rights of the accused with the critical act of believing the victims throughout the process” [...]