Manpower support for the war on terror: Is 'groupthink' the modus operandi?
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'Groupthink' is the mode of thinking that people engage in when consensus on a course of action is deemed so essential that realistic opinions on alternate courses are ignored. It is suggested that Marine Corps should be aware that they might be victims of groupthink in their approach in participating in the global war on terrorism (GWOT), while identifying symptoms of groupthink which might lead to disastrous results, and recommending recognition of dissenting voices during policy making.
Publication Name: Marine Corps Gazette
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0025-3170
Year: 2006
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The wisdom of Marines
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The Marine Corps is also a command economy as it relies on a wise, all-knowing central authority to direct Marines' actions. Marine Corps will gain a long-term advantage by removing the flaws in command economy and it is believed that information exchange can revolutionize the private sector, thereby increasing the size of the economy and reducing the burden of defense spending.
Publication Name: Marine Corps Gazette
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0025-3170
Year: 2005
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The right tools for fiscal management: eliminate the potential for mismanagement of Marine Corps funds
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The importance of the U.S. Marine Corps properly managing the funds granted to it is emphasized to avoid placing commanders at risk and limiting the growth potential of supply Marines.
Publication Name: Marine Corps Gazette
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0025-3170
Year: 2008
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