I've been in the group that believes it's in our national interest to close Guantanamo. It does create a psychological scar on our national values. Whether it should or not, it does. Martin Dempsey believeclosecreate Change image and share on social
If someone uses the uniform, whatever uniform, for partisan politics, I am disappointed because I think it does erode that bond of trust we have with the American people. Martin Dempsey americanbonddisappoint Change image and share on social
ISIL is inspiring groups that already exist to rebrand themselves, but in rebranding themselves into a more radical ideology. That's what makes it dangerous. Martin Dempsey dangerousexistgroup Change image and share on social
The America I know is trusted, sometimes guardedly, but among those who aspire to improve the lives of their citizens, among those who feel vulnerable, and among those who want an equal voice in a partnership, we remain the partner of choice. The America I know leads, sometimes cautiously, but always ethically. Martin Dempsey americaaspirecautiously share on social
In my 39 years in the military, I have learned that you are not a profession just because you say you are. You have to earn it and re-earn it and re-evaluate it from time to time. Martin Dempsey earnevaluatelearn Change image and share on social
The more we can treat people equally, the more likely they are to treat each other equally. Martin Dempsey equallypeopletreat Change image and share on social
The American people should not wonder where their military leaders draw the line between military advice and political preference. And our nation's soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines should not wonder about the political leanings and motivations of their leaders. Martin Dempsey adviceairmanamerican share on social
What will eventually cause the defeat of ISIL is that it will collapse under its own contradictions, frankly. When the populations in which it tries to maneuver realize that that ideology is not to their future benefit. Martin Dempsey benefitcollapsecontradiction share on social