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Why The U.S. Army Made Four Tech Executives Lieutenant Colonels

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Direct Commissioning in the Military

This chapter examines the controversial practice of direct commissioning in the U.S. military, where civilian tech leaders are appointed to high officer ranks like lieutenant colonel. It discusses the implications of this trend, including potential conflicts of interest and the evolving relationship between military rank and civilian expertise.

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