Major General Bobby Hollingsworth had a distinguished 38-year career as a U.S. Marine fighter pilot and in leadership roles including commanding the Marine Corps Reserve Support Command and serving as vice commander of Marine forces in the Pacific. After retiring, he was appointed by President George W. Bush to lead the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

In this interview, Hollingsworth shares his perspective on the current state of U.S. military leadership and preparedness, arguing that the military has lost its focus on its core mission of war-fighting. He calls for a return to the principles of “peace through strength” and decisive military action when required, rather than the “pulled punches” and lack of strategic objectives that have characterized recent U.S. military engagements. Hollingsworth also discusses the Judeo-Christian values inherent in America’s founding and the need to uphold those values in its foreign policy and treatment of its own citizens.

Additional Resources

• Major General Bobby Hollingsworth Reflections
• Major General Bobby Hollingsworth in the Hall of Valor
• Major General Bobby Hollingsworth on CSPAN
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