Hi everyone. I'm the newest new contributor at ID. I'm really excited to be a part of the discussion that goes on at this site. Since I first stumbled upon ID I've been thoroughly impressed with the strategic focus of commentary here.
I join you as an interloper of sorts since I am a member of the Coast Guard, an E-5 public affairs specialist to be exact. Since, in some instances, I act as a spokesperson for the service I think it's necessary to explicitly state that my contributions here are my opinions and mine alone. If you have any questions about this you can read my profile blurb, the story I wrote here, read about the policy on Coastie bloggers, or you can just email me. I'm more than happy to have that discussion.
With that said, I love to write and I have plenty of opinions so I think ID is a good fit. I hope you find my topics interesting and if you want to know something about the Coast Guard just ask. If I don't know the answer I'll know how to get it.
One last item...if you have jokes about the superior service I chose to join, please feel free to let loose, pile on and get them out of your system.
Cheers!
Dan Bender, PPP (proud puddle pirate)
Sunday, March 22, 2024
Interloper among you
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I began my career as an active-duty, enlisted public affairs specialist for the Coast Guard in 2005. My first tour as a PA was in New York City where I was lucky to learn my trade in the media capital of the world.
I currently work at Coast Guard Magazine in Washington, D.C. It's a great opportunity to practice writing and editing, especially with the Coast Guard's new appreciation for social technology.
Our service policy for employee's who blog is extremely liberal. It basically states that if you use your real name, avoid topics of a classified nature and maintain a respectful tone, you are in the clear. None of this should be confused with needing to agree with what the service says.
As such, I think it's important to understand that what I write at Information Dissemination is my own opinion. I do not feel compelled to agree with Coast Guard or DHS policy other than when I believe they are right. My opinions shared at ID should not be construed to be official or representative of the service in any circumstance. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email me.
Thank you!
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