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• The Cost of Truth is a Comfortable Lie May 25, 2026
  “The further a society moves from the truth, the more they will hate those who speak it.” It’s a quote often attributed to George Orwell, and whether or not he actually said it is almost beside the point. The reason it endures is because it feels true—uncomfortably, unmistakably true—especially to anyone who has spent time […]
  Charles Faint
• Standing Tall May 25, 2026
  Standing tall in military blue,I proudly protect Americans.Standing tall in military blue,or camouflage uniform subdued,my guiding light and beacon,I pray never may she weaken.Standing tall in military blue. 18 years I have served my country,guardian of the eagle against the bear.18 years I have served my country,proud Airman in the land of the free.I am […]
  Lou Marin
• The Silent Crisis in Special Forces: A Call for Leaders May 25, 2026
  Editor’s Note: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of The Havok Journal, its staff, or its contributors. Many of The Havok Journal’s writers have spent time in various Special Operations units and had a different set of experiences, as well as […]
  Special Guest
• Consuming Knowledge: I Can’t Turn it Off May 24, 2026
  I consume and consume. Every question unanswered or unknown is like an itch that must be scratched. My curiosity so expansive the subject matter has no boundaries. I consume and consume.  I read, I listen, I watch… I consume the answers of the world. I try to challenge the ideas implanted in my own mind in the face of diverging […]
  Jake Smith
• If I Heal, Will I Lose My Warfighter Identity? May 24, 2026
  By Britta Reque-Dragicevic This first appeared in Britta’s blog, “Life After War” and is republished with the author’s permission. ____________________ We don’t talk about this often, but there is a very real fear in many of you that says if you heal, you’ll lose your identity as a warfighter. Fear that healing will cut the […]
  Special Guest