Only thing they're doing by hiding it is ruining their credibility in a service that people already don't trust. If they would just acknowledge it, and royally fuck that guy up publicly, it might gain them some trust back. Or they can keep bleeding quality Soldiers. But what do I know.
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When this kind of shit happens - and there is an overt institutional effort to downplay, rationalize, explain, or even hide the impacts - my first thought is - "these mother fuckers aren't about to tar and feather this guy in the town square because they know that he will retaliate by outing all of the other shit bags that are still getting away with it"
I'm getting a "page not available" error when I try to follow the IG link. This one works for me:
West Point's Deputy Brigade Tactical Officer arrested for having sex with a child but the school has remained silent
West Point's Deputy Brigade Tactical Officer arrested for having sex with a child but the school has remained silent
There is very little info on it. Can't hide his arrest record, though, which is available.
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It's crazy to even think that this could be true...
"It is speculated that the USMA is likely remaining hushed for now due to the upcoming Army-Navy football game, which is an event the academy puts a lot of emphasis on each year."
It is beyond shameful to think that a fucking ego driven sporting event is more important than addressing a staff member that was arrested and charged with sexual misconduct against a preteen child. But hey, at least it won't sully the sweet deals that the DOD has made with Nike and Under Armor to produce those sweet new special event uniforms that both teams will be wearing.
I reckon this is just how the American military operates in 2023.
Maybe for halftime they will have a Drag Queen Extravaganza to show how unimportant it is to waste time focusing on such frivolous pursuits as traditional social values.
GO ARMY BEAT NAVY
"It is speculated that the USMA is likely remaining hushed for now due to the upcoming Army-Navy football game, which is an event the academy puts a lot of emphasis on each year."
It is beyond shameful to think that a fucking ego driven sporting event is more important than addressing a staff member that was arrested and charged with sexual misconduct against a preteen child. But hey, at least it won't sully the sweet deals that the DOD has made with Nike and Under Armor to produce those sweet new special event uniforms that both teams will be wearing.
I reckon this is just how the American military operates in 2023.
Maybe for halftime they will have a Drag Queen Extravaganza to show how unimportant it is to waste time focusing on such frivolous pursuits as traditional social values.
GO ARMY BEAT NAVY
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I don't give that claim as much credence as its just covering for the institution as a whole. I thinks its somewhat hyperbolic. West Point does not want the public to know that they hired and covered for a child molester, period.
I'm betting they would be all out there taking major credit for rooting out a potential racist or misogynistic staff member though.
I hadn't heard about this before reading about it here on the site, but I haven't been on campus for a few weeks. I don't know if I ever met the DepComm and I don't have any additional insights into the situation.
But after I read about it here, I went to the social messaging app Jodel where it was mentioned a couple of times by various anonymous posters, most likely cadets. So it's definitely not being covered up; lots of people here seem to know about it. At the end of the day, I don't think any organization is going to want to advertise the fact that they have an alleged pedophile in their ranks. I'll have to think about whether or not I can recall any recent incident where a senior member of the West Point team got in trouble and the Academy came out pre-emptively with a statement about it. I can't come up with anything off the top of my head but I'll give it some more thought.
But after I read about it here, I went to the social messaging app Jodel where it was mentioned a couple of times by various anonymous posters, most likely cadets. So it's definitely not being covered up; lots of people here seem to know about it. At the end of the day, I don't think any organization is going to want to advertise the fact that they have an alleged pedophile in their ranks. I'll have to think about whether or not I can recall any recent incident where a senior member of the West Point team got in trouble and the Academy came out pre-emptively with a statement about it. I can't come up with anything off the top of my head but I'll give it some more thought.
A statement, however bland, eliminates some of the shit talking and rumors. It also eliminates the "West Point leadership is ignoring the problem" narrative.
West Point's "Branch Night" is tonight. This is my annual message to them.
A Message to Cadets: Be the Best “That” That You Can Be, On Branch Night and Every Night - Modern War Institute
A Message to Cadets: Be the Best “That” That You Can Be, On Branch Night and Every Night - Modern War Institute
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I'll be watching the livestream. I'm probably as excited as my cadet.
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Great message, Sir. On point with what I've tried to convey to my son, to my Cadets when I was an ROTC SMI, and my jr NCOs in the big Army...
Wherever the Army sends you and whatever they need you to do, do it well!
This is Spring Break for West Point. The Superintendent announced that a Firstie cadet (a senior) died by drowning down in Florida. His name is Havin Morris. I didn't know him.
Job openings for Army O3s and O4s:
FYI, if you or someone you know is a high-performing mid-grade US Army officer.
I'm not a West Point grad, but I think the most meaningful and important work I did in my military career--including 7 tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and service in 3 different SOF units--was my time teaching at West Point.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Looking for an opportunity to develop our future leaders? The Modern War Institute (MWI) and the Defense and Strategic Studies (DSS) program are on the lookout for forward-thinking Army O-3 and O-4 officers (branch immaterial), typically within year groups ‘18 to ‘20, to join us as instructors at the United States Military Academy.
In DSS, we're all about cutting-edge education. Our cadets explore critical topics like defense strategy, national policy, conflict, and the use of force. But that's not all—DSS and MWI are on a mission to foster innovation, embrace technology, and confront wicked defense-related problems head-on.
We are looking for officers to attend prestigious, two-year resident graduate programs—previous selected applicants have earned degrees from Georgetown, Columbia, Tufts, King’s, Harvard, NPS, Princeton, and more—starting in the fall of 2026. You'll gain the knowledge and tools to lead in an era of rapid change, harnessing innovation, and technology to solve the most complex defense challenges.
Dive into this exceptional opportunity on the DSS and MWI websites and visit the DSS Instructor Opportunities page. To apply, please complete your packet in TEACH at teach.westpoint.edu, and check out the link below. Applications are due 1NOV24!
DSS Instructor Opportunities: https://www.westpoint.edu/.../depar.../defense-and-strategic
FYI, if you or someone you know is a high-performing mid-grade US Army officer.
I'm not a West Point grad, but I think the most meaningful and important work I did in my military career--including 7 tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and service in 3 different SOF units--was my time teaching at West Point.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Looking for an opportunity to develop our future leaders? The Modern War Institute (MWI) and the Defense and Strategic Studies (DSS) program are on the lookout for forward-thinking Army O-3 and O-4 officers (branch immaterial), typically within year groups ‘18 to ‘20, to join us as instructors at the United States Military Academy.
In DSS, we're all about cutting-edge education. Our cadets explore critical topics like defense strategy, national policy, conflict, and the use of force. But that's not all—DSS and MWI are on a mission to foster innovation, embrace technology, and confront wicked defense-related problems head-on.
We are looking for officers to attend prestigious, two-year resident graduate programs—previous selected applicants have earned degrees from Georgetown, Columbia, Tufts, King’s, Harvard, NPS, Princeton, and more—starting in the fall of 2026. You'll gain the knowledge and tools to lead in an era of rapid change, harnessing innovation, and technology to solve the most complex defense challenges.
Dive into this exceptional opportunity on the DSS and MWI websites and visit the DSS Instructor Opportunities page. To apply, please complete your packet in TEACH at teach.westpoint.edu, and check out the link below. Applications are due 1NOV24!
DSS Instructor Opportunities: https://www.westpoint.edu/.../depar.../defense-and-strategic
West Point's Department of Social Sciences (Sosh) is hiring. This is, arguably, the strongest department in the Academy. FYI for you young officers and civilian academics.
The Department of Social Sciences is hiring! We are accepting applications for Academy Professor (FA47) positions in American Politics, International Affairs, and the Combating Terrorism Center, as well as for the Professor, USMA (PUSMA) Deputy Department Head position.
For more information, visit https://www.westpoint.edu/.../commissio.../permanent-faculty
The application deadline is September 30, 2024.
The Department of Social Sciences is hiring! We are accepting applications for Academy Professor (FA47) positions in American Politics, International Affairs, and the Combating Terrorism Center, as well as for the Professor, USMA (PUSMA) Deputy Department Head position.
For more information, visit https://www.westpoint.edu/.../commissio.../permanent-faculty
The application deadline is September 30, 2024.
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