Latest "military racism" stories

West Point creates advisory group, an honor stand-down, cadet-led talks to tackle race issues

The efforts include cadet solutions presented to the West Point board of directors.

By Todd South

3 years ago

Troops: White nationalism a national security threat equal to ISIS, al-Qaida

About one-third of troops surveyed said they have seen signs of racism and white nationalism in the ranks.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

The services have work to do when it comes to unconscious bias, SECDEF says

More than outright racist comments, troops tell Defense Secretary Mark Esper that they face unintentional insults.

By Meghann Myers

3 years ago

New Pentagon team is going to take on racial justice in the military

The defense secretary is setting deadlines for leadership to get to work on diversity and inclusion in the military.

By Meghann Myers

3 years ago

USFK commander: Racism and bigotry aren’t welcome in the US, military

"If you don’t think there is a problem, you might be part of the problem."

By Diana Stancy Correll

4 years ago

White nationalism remains a problem for the military, poll suggests

A survey of Military Times readers last fall found that more than half of non-white troops have seen signs of white nationalism and racist ideology.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

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