![]() ![]() The panel used anecdotal evidence only from verifiable sources. To gather data and evidence, the panel conducted a review of all existing polling data and reports on politicization and personnel policies that appear to detract from readiness. The panel combined hard evidence and data with reason and logic. The primary audience for the panel’s final report are the policymakers in Congress, Administration officials, and the American public. The panel’s mission was (1) to identify personnel policies and practices within the Department of Defense (DOD) that, by reason of their political orientation or other potential for divisiveness, reduce military readiness, impede military recruiting, and undermine retention and (2) to recommend actions necessary to ensure that the Armed Forces are prepared to protect the nation for the foreseeable future. Lieutenant General (Retired) Rod Bishop Jr., USAF.Congressman Michael Waltz (R–FL), Chairman.Their biographies can be found in Appendix A. ![]() military, and their expertise regarding the U.S. They were selected based on their demonstrated devotion to and concern for national defense, their experience with the U.S. The panel consists of the following eight members, listed below in alphabetical order, except for the chairman. The panel conducted research, held meetings, and wrote this report during the period of November 16, 2022, to February 20, 2023. The National Independent Panel on Military Service and Readiness was commissioned and announced by the president of The Heritage Foundation on October 13, 2022. ![]()
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