Opinion
The Army’s body composition policies must evolve
In this op-ed, the author argues the Army’s outdated body composition policies are quietly eroding the readiness, health and performance of the force.
By Jordan DeMay
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In quiet shift, Marines allow mixed-gender DI teams to train recruits
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Troops to get an average housing allowance boost of over 5% in 2025
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South Korean man sentenced for binge-eating to avoid military service
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