To truly fix the broken system, the U.S. must adopt a strategy that recognizes immigration as an opportunity, not a threat. This means reforming outdated laws, addressing labor market needs and appointing expert commissions to craft sustainable policies. Simply deploying the military or building walls is no longer viable.

The simple truth is that Syria is in revolution — and revolutions tend to get much, much worse before they get better. The United States may have only a narrow window to pull out its troops before they are drawn into what Trump has rightly discerned “is not our fight.”

Whether it’s true that Democrats are better at sticking together than Republicans is debatable.

Ukraine possesses one of Europe’s largest, most capable, dedicated, and innovative armies, and fear of Russian reaction is unfounded. Similar to Ukraine, Kosovo has recent experience in countering aggression, including from a larger neighbor.

Thanks to so many of you, the ability of Stars and Stripes journalists to report the news independently and thoroughly has been on a path of gaining strength. Mostly.

The act of burdening a Navy ship from the outset with a name open to ridicule by others does nothing to nurture the pride of the crew members serving onboard. And, unfortunately with Bill Clinton’s history, such ridicule is fed by his spotted history.

The United States desperately needs leadership to heal these divides and end the senseless violence. Yet this leadership is unlikely to come from our government — politicians remain too polarized, and public trust has eroded significantly. This is where veterans can make a crucial difference.

The terrifying devastating wildfires in California are a terrible disaster in one part of our country that will have continuing national impacts — humanitarian, economic and political.

The journey from the military to the corporate world is not easy, but it’s one that many of us are well-equipped to navigate.

A broad stroke of traditional medication and talk therapy is not enough to combat the complexities involved in the veteran mental health and suicide crisis. Exploring innovative treatments, such as psychedelics that show potential, can make progress on the issue.