Detectives pursue Markov killer Nov 11, 2009
Efforts have been made to reveal the chain of command which led to the order for him to be murdered. In June 1992 a former intelligence chief, General Vladimir Todorov, was jailed for 16 months for destroying 10 volumes of material. (BBC News -- Science)
FAMILY TIES: Nepotism laws require schools to avoid conflicts Nov 11, 2009
Administrators set up a new chain of command in which Bryce has to report to senior associate athletics director Don Bocchi. MORE ON ERICKSONS: MORE ON CUBITS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Furloughs for schools Nov 11, 2009
Teachers and parents will have a clear chain of command when a concern arises and administrators will be more accountable to the needs of teachers and parents. Most importantly, system administrators would be directly accountable for the performance of the students. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
AP sources: US troops likely for Afghan in January Nov 10, 2009
fiddy6bills wrote on Oct 7, 2009 11:55 AM:" Foss-The President is not required to, but it shows respect if he does. I have a friend who was a crewmember on Marine 1 (presidents helicopter) late in the Clinton and early in the Bush administrations. Clinton never saluted, he just said "hey there" or something else ignorant. Bush salutes without fail. Bush 41 , Reagan and Carter all made a point to salute. The military member is expected to hold the salute until it is returned or until the... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Suicidal Political Correctness Nov 10, 2009
But, in this case the chain of command phucked up and must be held accountable because this tragedy was indeed preventable. The government failed to protect its troops against the enemy domestic and therefore must own it and compensate every dead and wounded soldier. (Townhall.com)
A sailors stories Kristen Choe did not know what to make of the first beat-up, padded yellow manila envelope that came for her in the mail. Nov 9, 2009
In her spare time, she got approval through her chain of command to start a recording location. She then enlisted the help of troops to build bookcases and created a warm, homey environment where troops could sit and read aloud in front of a rolling DVD recorder. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
* Obama to attend Fort Hood memorial Nov 9, 2009
Danquah assumed the militarys chain of command knew about Hasans doubts. Others, however, recalled a pleasant neighbor, while a superior officer at Darnall Army Medical Center at Fort Hood, Colorado, Kimberly Kesling, has said Hasan was quiet with a strong work ethic who provided excellent care for his patients. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Fort Hood Investigators Seek Those Who Were Near The Shooting Scene Nov 9, 2009
Gunshot-damaged material needs to be inspected by the soldier's or civilian's supervisor and/or chain of command, Fort Hood said. Unit level chains of command also need to provide verification of such material, Fort Hood said. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hasan's Remarks Worried Muslim Leader Nov 8, 2009
There is no doubt fault in what his chain of command did not do, that is to say they failed to follow up on what he was no doubt saying publically. Hard to imagine that he kept his displeasure to himself, since many of his friends are not surprised that he is the villan in this act of terrorism. (CBS News -- US)
Hawaii brass offer thoughts and sympathy Nov 7, 2009
" Caslen said the key is the leadership and the "chain of command" -- from squad leaders to battalion commanders -- who have to work with the soldiers. There are "close cohesive bonds" that are forged in combat "where if somebody was down, everybody would help to pick that person up ... Caslen said the key is the leadership and the "chain of command" -- from squad leaders to battalion commanders -- who have to work with the soldiers. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Slash Your Medical Bills: 7 Ways to Haggle Nov 5, 2009
Go up the chain of command, calling the billing manager or the vice president of finance and so on, building a relationship with each person by telling your story, says Cohen. Make sure you write down every persons name, title, and contact information; the date and time you called; what you asked; and what each person said. (CBS News)
Afghan corruption tough to combat Nov 4, 2009
As the money was transferred down the chain of command, officers and sergeants would siphon off a portion for themselves. Soldiers and police make up for the shortfall by stealing food from merchants or shaking down motorists. (Boston Globe)
In absentia, Karadzic blamed for ’95 Srebrenica massacre Nov 3, 2009
Tieger repeatedly referred to Karadzic as the supreme commander of Bosnian Serb forces and told judges the chain of command was functioning perfectly during the Srebrenica massacre. That was an apparent attempt to address a possible Karadzic line of defense - that any crimes in Bosnia happened without his knowledge or consent. (Boston Globe)
Iran has another hero, this one still living, in Mahmoud Vahidnia Nov 3, 2009
He said he d forward it up his chain of command. I told him I d like to see bright yellow smiley faces on the tip of the Tomahawks with Betty Boop sitting in a heart with the message on the side. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
White....SHHHH Don't Say That Word Nov 1, 2009
AMERICAN wrote on Oct 31, 2009 10:39 AM:" I was born and raised in New Iberia. I also served this great nation in europe. As i recall from my years in europe, there were very little racisim. I wonder why? If i remember , the Europeans were in on the slave trade too. maybe they are foregiving. maybe "Idiots all" should learn to move on too, and stop being ignorant! I served this country with Black Americans in my chain of command. They had my respect just as much as White Americans, Mexicans also... (New Iberia, LA)
Opinion: McCain on Afghan war Oct 29, 2009
Our entire military chain of command supports this approach, as do our NATO allies, which they made clear at their recent defense ministerial meeting in Bratislava. I supported President when he called for a counterinsurgency plan in March, and I did so again when he deployed Gen. Stanley McChrystal to lead the command in Kabul. (CNN)
Chinese general to participate in talks at Camp Smith Oct 29, 2009
Willard said American officials are seeking to reforge U.S.-China ties from enlisted troops all the way up the chain of command. "We've commenced dialogue where we can," Willard said while he was in Seoul, South Korea, to attend annual defense ministers' talks. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Government transparency exposes new IT challenges Oct 29, 2009
This means that the pace of making information available will slow as decision making is pushed up the chain of command. A lowly clerk isn't going to approve the posting of data when he might get fired for posting sensitive data. (FCW.com)
DeWitt hosts regional school board meeting Oct 29, 2009
Reporting for the DeWitt group, Board member Sam Counce said his group discussed the chain of command, They emphasized the importance of the board knowing what their job is and what the superintendent s job is. Share this Article. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
AIR FORCE - Students Learn to Survive Oct 28, 2009
If they fail two days, they're counseled by someone higher in the chain of command. Beyond that, students are placed on the commander's awareness program and watched closely until they improve. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Impeachment question looms as S.C. lawmakers return Oct 27, 2009
He says the results of the Ethics investigation aren t needed for the House to begin work on impeachment, and he plans to introduce a resolution Tuesday that accuses Sanford of dereliction of duty for abandoning his post without telling anyone in the chain of command where he was going. This is just getting the ball rolling, Delleney said last week. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
SC lawmakers to debate unemployment benefits Oct 27, 2009
Greg Delleney says the measure accuses Sanford of dereliction of duty for abandoning his post to rendezvous with his Argentine lover without telling his chain of command where he was. The State Ethics Commission is also conducting a criminal ethics investigation into Sanford's use of state planes for personal and political purposes. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Toddlers Buy Houses When Stimulus Trumps Reason Oct 27, 2009
Updated: New York, Oct 27 04:22 London, Oct 27 08:22 Tokyo, Oct 27 17:22. Commentary by Kevin Hassett. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
The confused, tangled life of Shawna Forde Oct 26, 2009
Fundraising is supposed to go through the group s chain of command, Washburn said, and Forde had crossed the line again ... From what he d been told, he expected to find a couple dozen people, a command post, a communications hut, a chain of command. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Cognitive vs. Reptilian Brains: Reptilian wins (67) Oct 26, 2009
Another tradition in Aggieland, because of its rich ROTC history, was respect for the military chain of command, at the top of which is the democratically elected Commander-in-Chief. Given Atraditions of courtesy to strangers and respect for the chain of command, I was saddened to see the terribly unfriendly and disrespectful greeting extended to President Obama by some Texans when he visited College Station on Oct. 16. (Boerne Star, TX)
Thaksins Cambodia gambit Oct 25, 2009
In Cambodia there is no doubt who commands whom, but Abhisit is drawn more to issues like the chain of command and the separation of powers. Ultimately, while Thailand is bigger and stronger than Cambodia, Hun Sen by invoking national sovereignty in extending privileges to Thaksin is saying that he is a bigger and stronger prime minister than Abhisit. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
BLM: The Colossal Snafu of the 21st Century Oct 25, 2009
True to his reputation, Secretary Salazar has made unprecedented and bold decisions to insert himself more actively in the chain of command at the BLM. Although he faces a challenging opportunity of momentous scale, he has proven his mettle by hearing the renewable energy crowd. He has initiated a bold, new sense of urgency into both the people and the processes of the DOI and the BLM.. (Energy Pulse, CO)
No refund for canceled Vegas vacation Oct 25, 2009
I suggested sending a letter up the chain of command, starting with Travelocity's vice president for sales and customer service. The response: "Unfortunately, many hotel and airline policies are very strict and do not allow for refunds in the case of serious illness.". (CNN -- Travel)
5 more to seek gaming licenses in Iowa Oct 23, 2009
Higgins deferred that question to those higher in the chain of command. Smith also asked if the casino would like SIRRC to take a side on the issue. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
NATIONAL GUARD - Warfighters Discuss Future Oct 23, 2009
Something must occur where we get all the users in the know out there, those who are using the equipment every day in touch with the higher-ups in our chain of command, as far as procuring the monies, the contracts and the equipment. They need to hear from us and know what we are seeing on a day-to-day basis. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Obama's Military Problem Is Worse Than You Think Oct 22, 2009
A direct result of Jones's late June trip, I suspect, is that Bob Woodward is put on distribution for the McChrystal report and receives it shortly after McChrystal delivers it to his (McChrystal's) chain of command in late August ... That means they must not counter-leak, not even to defend themselves from scurrilous attacks from unnamed White House staffers; seek redress quietly, within the system, and within the chain of command. (Slate)
Navy petty officer to face punishment in hazing Oct 22, 2009
The astonishing absence of accountability in this case throughout the chain of command was inexcusable, Sestak said. The congressman also referred to Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Valdivia, who took Toussaints place leading the unit and committed suicide as the investigation was under way. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
U.S. Missile Defense Being Expanded, General Says Oct 22, 2009
He estimated that the chain of command would have six to 15 minutes to decide whether to launch intercepts against, for example, a North Korean attack on the United States. Still, Obering said the costly system suffers from a wide range of technical problems -- from workmanship to software -- and the rush to put it on alert before it is fully tested means the chances are limited that it would succeed in thwarting any missile attack today. (Yahoo News -- Missile Defense System)
Dont trust someone who says others cant be trusted Oct 20, 2009
Kirk O wrote on Oct 19, 2009 10:36 AM:" It is not a crime to misrepresent, as long as the misrepresentation does not cause harm. When those misrepresentations come in the form of avalanches of disinformation designed to weaken the American government and misleads well-meaning people like Ms Cook and others, so that their daily decisions start from a false premise; I will point that out.There is a team of disinformation artists, entertainers, who slant the information they present in ways... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
A colonel’s new mission Oct 20, 2009
Her sense of responsibility, her sense that tasks are done until they re completed, her sense of the chain of command - it all starts to make sense when you see how well her organization functions. The farm is a work in progress - in effect, a new mission. (Boston Globe)
Water questions still unanswered Oct 18, 2009
In that person s absence, what is the chain of command. If there is a plan, who is responsible for communication. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
McChrystal, Watch Your Left Flank Oct 16, 2009
Here's the situation where General McChrystal has one- on-one time with the president of the United States, not with the rest of the team, but at least direct access to his commander in chief, and then apparently still went rogue," Begala said.Begala totally misstated the chronology. McChrystal gave the London speech, then traveled to Denmark for a hastily called, 25-minute meeting with President Obama. Prior to that, from the time Obama chose McChrystal to command in Afghanistan last March,... (Human Events Online)
At veteran's burial, military MIA Oct 16, 2009
Still, they say they are bothered by the mistake and fear it could happen again, given the little response they received up the chain of command. "Can you imagine how the parents of a 19-year-old son or daughter would feel if their child died in combat and no one from the military bothered to attend the service ...?" Nona Tindall said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Italy denies paying off Taliban in Afghanistan Oct 16, 2009
"There is one single strategy, one single chain of command," he added. "The troops in the region share information.". (MSNBC -- International)
Obama signs major Pakistan aid bill Oct 16, 2009
The legislation requires the U.S. Secretary of State to report to Congress every six months on whether Pakistan's civilian government maintains effective control over the military's budgets, chain of command and top promotions. The statement said the bill's requirements are "accountability measures" placed on the United States to ensure that the aid directly benefits the Pakistani people. (MSNBC -- International)
THOUSANDS FLEE: Pakistan jets bomb militant hide-outs Oct 15, 2009
5 billion a year over the next five years but on the condition that Pakistan's weak, U.S.-backed civilian government maintain effective control over the military, including its budgets, the chain of command and top promotions. The objections to the bill have driven a wedge between the military and the government in Islamabad over an aid drive that was supposed to show American support for the country as it battles the insurgents. (USA Today)
Florida State releases NCAA documents Oct 15, 2009
Florida State tracks how many athletes sign up for classes, which should have tipped officials to a dramatic increase in the music course, but that information never got passed up the chain of command. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Sources: Station Investigation Under Way Oct 15, 2009
Sources said a supervisor at the station reported seeing inappropriate behavior toward a female firefighter at the station and immediately took it up the chain of command. Channel 4 was told the female rookie firefighter, who's still on a probationary status, did not report what was going on, but there could be more women involved, according to sources. (News4Jax.com, FL)
2006 Distinguished Social Sciences Alumni Award Oct 15, 2009
What is the battlefield, what is the chain of command, who has the authority, and what are the rules. "The 'Eureka!' moment for me was when I realized the war on terror really is a global war and it involves a very deep set of relationships between the CIA and foreign liaison services," said Priest. (US Santa Cruz Currents, CA)
Florida St. releases transcript in cheating case Oct 15, 2009
-- Florida State tracks how many athletes sign up for classes, which should have tipped officials to a dramatic increase in the music course, but that information never got passed up the chain of command. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Seven steps to a secure Afghanistan Oct 14, 2009
Nor are the Taliban a cohesive or uniform political party, with a chain of command and a political manifesto. Rather, any disaffected, rebellious, or aggrieved Afghan who overtly opposes the government by military means and otherwise has come to be identified as Taliban. (Christian Science Monitor)
Navy moves to put women on subs Oct 14, 2009
Officials said the paperwork for changing the policy on submarines is being drawn up and could be finished by the end of the month or early November, after which it would be sent up the chain of command and then to Defense Secretary Robert Gates for his approval. If Congress wants to block the move, it must pass legislation. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
US says no change in $7.5bn aid bill to Pak Oct 14, 2009
The legislation conditions US aid on whether Pakistan's weak, US-backed civilian government maintains effective control over the military, including its budgets, the chain of command and top promotions. Kerry said no conditions are attached to the nonmilitary aid in the bill. (India Times, India)
Federal Judge Sanctions 'Birther' Lawyer for 'Frivolous' Suit Oct 14, 2009
Land noted in Tuesday's order that Taitz had "failed to allege and explain how such factual allegations resulted in a denial of [Rhodes'] individual constitutional rights such that [Rhodes] would be authorized to ignore a valid deployment order from her chain of command. ... [Rhodes'] sensitivity to the President's eligibility only existed when she faced deployment to Iraq ... ." ... Without her client's knowledge or approval, according to court records, Taitz filed a motion for reconsideration,... (Law.com)
Benton Harbor: Budget's ink has familiar hue - red (891) Oct 13, 2009
There's that chain of command we love so much in government management. If I lived in the red year after year. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
State Dept. split over Pakistan aid Oct 12, 2009
" Pakistan's military and some government officials have complained about provisions in the Pakistan aid legislation placing conditions on the money. During the Bush administration, U.S. aid came with no strings attached, and later government reports were unable to account for how it was spent. Among other strings, the bill conditions U.S. aid on whether Pakistan government maintains effective control over the military, including its budgets, the chain of command and top promotions. Last week,... (USA Today)
McCain: Big Troop Buildup Needed in Afghanistan Oct 12, 2009
"He certainly understands that the chain of command has to be observed. But also, at the same time, since he has responsibility, I think he should be consulted very heavily and frequently.". McCain said the corruption in Afghan President Hamid Karzai's government "has got to stop." He said Karzai's brother, Ahmed Wali Karzai, accused by some of drug trafficking, should leave the country. (Newsmax)
* The militarys role in disaster time Oct 12, 2009
Those involved with such assistance should, however, continue to report to their superiors according to the established chain of command so that personnel numbers can be monitored, thus allowing more adaptability in disaster work. Liu Kung-chung is a professor in the Institute of Law for Science and Technology at National Tsing Hua University. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
17th Fires Brigade: Deployment viewed as a team effort with Iraqis Oct 12, 2009
"The Americans' level of involvement in operations varies widely, depending on the Iraqi unit, Roede said."If you're asking senior leaders, they prefer us to be out there with their brigades," he said. "Once you get further down the chain of command to some of the battalions, there are some Iraqi commanders who are cool toward us. They believe they can do it themselves and don't need help. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Abuse ignored? Oct 11, 2009
The most serious cases arising out of the British involvement in Iraq have, according to John, been characterised by RMP "blunders, mistakes, ineptitude and the course of investigations being bent to serve the real or perceived interests of the chain of command of the army" rather than the interests of justice ... "There is a common misconception that the Royal Military Police are in some way independent of the army. In fact they are very, very closely wrapped in to the chain of command and that... (BBC News -- UK)
The Generals' War Oct 11, 2009
As for McChrystal's public campaign, said Jones, "It's better for military advice to come up through the chain of command.". Concentrating the minds of all on Sunday was news that 10 U.S. soldiers were killed, two by an Afghan solider, eight when their remote outpost near Pakistan was attacked by hundreds of Taliban. (Human Events Online)
- Voice: Calexico board member woes 0 Oct 11, 2009
Throughout their short tenure of service, two of the board members unequivocally believe that their function is to approach staff, at any site, and begin the process of dictating orders and policy directly, totally undermining the established protocol of chain of command. It seems, more often than not, that those members are totally ignorant of the California Education Code. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Sympathy for the general Oct 10, 2009
Pundits claimed McChrystal was "boxing the president in," and administration officials cautioned him to give his advice privately, through the chain of command. No doubt the general would have been wiser to do so. (Juneau Empire)
House passes pandemic prep bill Oct 10, 2009
By a 113-36 vote, the House on Thursday passed a pandemic and disaster preparedness bill that establishes a chain of command for public health emergencies. Reacting to concerns, bill supporters said the legislation does not force vaccinations or warrantless searches upon individuals. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Obama discusses troop levels for Afghanistan Oct 10, 2009
fiddy6bills wrote on Oct 7, 2009 11:55 AM:" Foss-The President is not required to, but it shows respect if he does. I have a friend who was a crewmember on Marine 1 (presidents helicopter) late in the Clinton and early in the Bush administrations. Clinton never saluted, he just said "hey there" or something else ignorant. Bush salutes without fail. Bush 41 , Reagan and Carter all made a point to salute. The military member is expected to hold the salute until it is returned or until the... (Longview Daily News, WA)
House panel endorses pandemic prep bill Oct 9, 2009
It establishes a chain of command that will help keep emergency responses organized, he said ... Now we ll have a direct chain of command if there s a public health scare at all, Sanchez said ... He pointed to Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina in 2005, saying, There was no clear chain of command in terms of what the role of the local government was and the role of the state. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
EUGENE ROBINSON: Pentagon-speak for: 'Put a sock in it, Stan' Oct 9, 2009
It is "better for military advice to come up through the chain of command," said Jones ... Pundits claimed McChrystal was "boxing the president in," and administration officials cautioned him to give his advice privately, through the chain of command ... Jones said Sunday on CNN that "Ideally, it's better for military advice to come up through the chain of command." I believe that's Pentagon-speak for: "Put a sock in it, Stan.". (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Pakistani government defends US aid bill Oct 9, 2009
Among other strings, the bill conditions U.S. aid on whether Pakistan's government maintains effective control over the military, including its budgets, the chain of command and top promotions. The U.S. bill also includes yearly certifications that Pakistan is making a sustained commitment to combating terrorist groups and cooperating in stopping the proliferation of nuclear weapons. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Russian 'Doomsday Machine' Ready for Action? Oct 9, 2009
The top-secret Russian program, he continued, virtually guaranteed the ability to strike back, even if the entire chain of command had been wiped out. Now that the is over, the closely-guarded system, code-named Perimeter, is no longer a secret. (ABC News)
Pakistan military balks at strings on U.S. aid Oct 9, 2009
Among other strings, the bill conditions U.S. aid on whether Pakistan's government maintains effective control over the military, including its budgets, the chain of command and top promotions. Some analysts said the military's statement had little to do with genuine dislike of a bill that stands to help crumbling schools, roads and hospitals. (San Francisco Chronicle)
