Author Archive for RHM
Randall H. Miller is an American college educator/blogger. He is also a former U.S. Army officer (82nd Airborne) with a M.A. in Diplomacy (focusing on International Terrorism) and a B.A. in Criminal Justice. Use the form on the right to sign up and receive notifications of new content. The words and ideas expressed here are 100% his own and not those of his employers or affiliated organizations.
Interview with a Suicide Bomber
Adil Najam of All Things Pakistan recently interviewed a Taliban-inspired suicide bomber. The content speaks for itself, however, there are a few points worth highlighting:
The aspiring terrorist claims the religious high ground, but can’t seem to recall any specific fatwas or the clerics who issued them.
He claims that “Nobody is innocent”, including other Muslims and [...]
Meet Colonel Timothy H. Donovan (Part II)
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NOTES:
Please read part I of Meet Colonel Timothy H. Donovan first.
The picture on the right was taken in Schweinfurt, Germany, when LTC Donovan was commanding the 3rd Battalion/64th Armor (1978). They were on full alert. At the end of the lanyard that disappears into his shirt is a Cold War era CEOI (Communications-Electronics Operating Instructions) [...]
Three Reasons to Vote for Scott Brown (R)
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I recently had the pleasure of spending an evening with WBZ News Radio’s Dan Rea. Arriving early, so I could spend some time with Dan during his pre-show prep, I was pleasantly surprised to find State Senator (and U.S. Senate hopeful) Scott Brown (R) waiting outside of the production booth. I spent the better part [...]
An Evening with WBZ News Radio’s Dan Rea
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As most people are relaxing in their homes and Boston traffic is winding down for the night, Boston broadcast legend Dan Rea is just getting warmed up. It’s 7:45PM and he’s simultaneously finishing his show prep, touching base with his producers, “putting out fires” on the phone, and small talking with me. The way he [...]
Meet Colonel Timothy H. Donovan
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On the afternoon of November 1st, 1969, 1st platoon of Charlie Troop, 10th Cavalry, 4th Infantry Division, was ambushed by North Vietnamese forces. Charlie Troop’s Commander, Captain Timothy H. Donovan (Norwich University class of 1962), instinctively ordered his remaining soldiers to counterattack and simultaneously maneuvered his headquarters element into the heart of the action. As [...]
Meet Chicago Attorney Tamara Holder
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Picture this scenario: After months of networking, endless meetings and interviews, you finally land your dream job. The terms are good, the money and benefits are great, and you’re ready to get started. There’s just one more thing – a criminal background check. “No problem,” you say to yourself. “I’ve never been convicted of anything [...]
3 Questions With S.W.A.T. Magazine TV’s Rob Pincus
Share UPDATE: Rob’s new book “Combat Focus Shooting: Evolution 2010″ is now available! (Click the link to buy it from him directly – no middle man.)
The issue of self defense is particularly significant these days. And the recent events at Fort Hood, Texas, highlight the danger of the world we live in (see Political [...]
Political Correctness is Killing Americans
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Very rarely do people just snap. On the contrary, there are almost always “warning signs.” Sometimes those signs are subtle and only recognizable to those closest to the individual. But other times those signs are about as subtle as a kick to the groin. The case of Nidal Malik Hasan’s recent murder spree at Fort [...]
Meltdown in New Hampshire: An Evening With Tom Woods
I attended a lecture this past Friday night at the University of New Hampshire. The event was sponsored by the Young Americans for Liberty, a well-organized group of young people who care deeply about America and welcome all points of view. Their spokesman, John Jones, set a positive tone in his introductory remarks by pointing [...]
The Case for Universal Care
Forgive me for taking so long to reply to Joseph F. Lydon’s thoughtful and persuasive arguments against a public health care option. I’ve been sidetracked on different projects at both home and office and this is the first chance I’ve had to hammer out my thoughts. Let me start by highlighting the common ground.
I agree [...]