Posted on Feb 19, 2015

Is there a culture of lying in military leadership?

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CNN reported on a report released by the Army War College that stated "U.S. Army officers often resort to "evasion and deception," and everyone at the Pentagon knows it." If this is true, my question is: what part of their routine duties makes them feel as though they need to engage in this behavior?

http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/19/politics/army-ethics-lying-report/index.html

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Posted 10 y ago

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CSM Brigade Operations (S3) Sergeant Major

Lying to Ourselves: Dishonesty in the Army Profession

Once on the page click view the executive summary. It's a two page read but very interesting. I am sure it is relevant to all services.

There are many posts about leadership here on RP. Most are about leadership traits like empathy and resilience. What about candor? Candor is mentioned only about three times in ADRP 6-22 Army Leadership. It is tucked up under the Army Value Personal Courage.

Are you a candid leader? Do you speak up? Are you frank, honest and sincere?

http://www.strategicstudiesinstitute.army.mil/pubs/display.cfm?pubID=1250

Is there a culture of lying in military leadership?

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