
Wesley Reid
Retired Master Sergeant who spoke out in favor of the military's right to repair, informed by his experiences at an Afghanistan Army field hospital.
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Jul 16, 2025 • 10min
Right to repair hits the battlefield
Wesley Reid, a retired Master Sergeant with firsthand experience from an Afghanistan Army field hospital, passionately advocates for the military's right to repair. He shares how crucial medical equipment repairs can be hindered by bureaucratic limitations, impacting soldiers' readiness and life-saving capabilities. The discussion touches on the role of microcontrollers in diagnostics and the importance of timely repairs in combat scenarios. Reid highlights the urgent need for changes in procurement policies to ensure operational effectiveness and reduce waste in the military.

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Jul 16, 2025 • 10min
Right to repair hits the battlefield
Wesley Reid, a retired Master Sergeant with firsthand experience in military medical operations, discusses the critical need for the right to repair within the armed forces. He highlights the challenges faced in maintaining high-tech medical equipment during combat, particularly the delays that can endanger lives. Reid advocates for policy reforms that would enable faster repairs and reduce waste, emphasizing how repair clauses in military contracts could improve operational efficiency and cybersecurity. His insights reveal the urgent need for change in how military equipment is serviced.