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Wicker: More JROTC, fewer ‘woke’ programs would solve military recruitment issue

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1 year ago

July 31, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2023-07-31 15:02:04

SUMMARY: Certain branches of the U.S. Military, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force, have been struggling to meet recruitment goals. Senator Roger Wicker is proposing two ideas to encourage more people to enlist. One solution is to establish more Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) centers in high schools, particularly in rural and inner-city areas. Wicker believes that JROTC participants tend to excel academically and are more likely to join the military. Additionally, Wicker argues that diversity programs and the teaching of critical race theory have deterred potential recruits, suggesting that merit and character should be emphasized instead. The Marine Corps is the only branch currently meeting its quotas.

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-18 06:37:00

SUMMARY: A shooting in Sandy Hook, Walthall County, early Sunday resulted in one death and four injuries. The incident occurred during a social gathering just after midnight. Walthall County Sheriff Kyle Breland reported that deputies found four gunshot victims; one, a 23-year-old Black female, was pronounced dead at the scene, while three others were hospitalized. A fourth injured individual was also identified, but details remain undisclosed. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues, and authorities are seeking tips, photos, or videos from the event to aid the inquiry.

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New Orleans Saints spoil Jameis Winston’s homecoming, move to 2-0 under Rizzi

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www.supertalk.fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2024-11-18 06:26:00

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