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Saturday, November 21, 2009

Today's Officer Articles

Observation Post — $100,000 Lesson to Keep Emergency Record Up-to-date
By Tom Philpott — November 5, 2009
The outcome of a mother’s recent claim with the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) reinforces the importance of servicemembers keeping emergency data records (DD Form 93) up-to-date.

As I See It — SBP/DIC Offset is Anti-Family
By Col. Steve Strobridge, USAF-Ret. — November 12, 2009
MOAA is 100-percent in favor of a recent court ruling that requires payment of both VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and military Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuities to otherwise-qualifying survivors who remarry after the age of 57.

Inside the Headquarters Blog
Gina DiNicolo writes about what’s going on “Inside the Headquarters” — be it the Pentagon or your military or corporate headquarters. Get the inside scoop here!

Homefront — Simplify Your Holiday Gift List
By Janet Farley — November 9, 2009
This month’s column is dedicated to those who are struggling to find that meaningful gift, without going broke. Rest assured, you are not alone.

Role Reversal — Know the Signs
By Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan, MSN, APN — October 19, 2009
Is Chronic Kidney Disease a serious health threat or just a part of aging?

Think Tank Nation — Martin Libicki on Cyberwar
By Dr. Alan L. Gropman – November 17, 2009
What are the risks and consequences of cyberwarfare – and how can the U.S. deter potential attackers?

What Would You Do? — Incident at Shkin
By Capt. Bob Schoultz, USN-Ret. Courtesy of Capt. Rick Rubel, USN-Ret. – September 8, 2009
A combat leader has to decide how much force to use in a military operation and must weigh the possibility of injury or death of innocent noncombatants against the risk to which he might expose his troops. In this case, the commander accepts some risk to his troops to protect the innocent.

Tech Tactics — Netbooks Increase in Popularity
By Reid Goldsborough — What's the optimal size of a personal computer? The trend is clear: small.

Wealth News — What's All The Buzz?
Beginning in 2010, millions of additional taxpayers may be able to convert their existing traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) to Roth IRAs, which could mean future tax savings.

Financial Frontlines TM Blog
In this new financial blog, MOAA brings you timely advice on smart money moves, common pitfalls in retirement, college planning for kids, estate and insurance planning, maximizing your military benefits, and more!

MOAA Message Center Blog
Get the latest news for the military community, including family programs, discounts, and job opportunities for veterans.

MOAA Spouse Blog
Today’s mil spouse is balancing everything from the demands of school and career to family and deployments- all while trying to maintain their sanity. Learn about resources and programs out there to support military spouses and share some of your own. As a military spouse, the best resource you have are other military spouses.

Wandering Wahls Blog
After living abroad with the Air Force over the past decade, Tom Wahl and his wife, Mary Claire, a recently retired Air Force officer, are introducing their children to the U.S. They'll travel state to state in an RV looking for a place to call home. Follow their adventures right here!

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