Stand Together Against Racism and Radicalism in the Services (STARRS)
MISSION
US military veterans and citizens concerned about the divisive racist and radical CRT/DEI ideology infiltrating the military and seek to expose, stand up against, and eliminate it in order to keep our country safe.
MISSION SCOPE
STARRS is made up of retired military members and patriots dedicated to ensure the greatest fighting force on the globe remains the U.S. military.
STARRS mission is to help educate our fellow Americans regarding the criticality of having a military that focuses solely on the essential readiness needed to fight and win our Nation’s wars.
Winning requires a military which provides equal opportunity and a meritocracy leadership system which rewards high standards, ethical character, teamwork, and selfless service to our Nation.
This mission accomplishment requires the elimination of DEI from the DoD by informing people about all ideologies, policies, agendas, and organizations that threaten a meritocracy based military.
WHAT STARRS DOES:
We STAND against the CRT/DEI/Woke agenda in the military & service academies
We educate on the dangers of this racist and radical ideology in the military
We monitor the CRT/DEI/Woke agenda in the DoD through our website & social media
We seek the truth of what is happening in the military through FOIAs
We hold accountable the Academies and Services when they push this radical agenda
We speak Truth to Power . . . Hard Truths
We write articles and policy papers alerting people to this harmful agenda
We work with Congress and Panels to provide knowledge and ideas to combat the problem
We help like-minded organizations and media to get out the truth
We provide a network and listening ear to cadets, service members, veterans and families who are sick of this ideology being forced on them and worried about the future of our country. If you feel this way too, know that you are not alone!
WHAT STARRS IS FOR
A Constitutional Republic representative government
Free market capitalism-individuals profit from their labors
Maximizing military readiness and team building
Focusing on War fighting with high standards enforced
Equal opportunity for all, no discrimination
Meritocracy rewarding performance, character and integrity
WHAT STARRS IS AGAINST
Marxist collectivism and one party rule
Socialism—government control of the economy and personal property
CRT which destroys unit cohesion-pits one group against another
Politically correct woke policies, lowering standards
“Equity” meaning equal outcomes based on racial or gender quotas
Diversity and Inclusion race and gender selection criteria vs meritocracy
TWO STRATEGIC GOALS
Eliminate all CRT and DEI indoctrination training and programs in the Department of Defense
Eliminate the mandatory COVID vaccination policy (accomplished); Seek remedies for those harmed
VISION STATEMENT
To unify and inspire all Americans to acquire a deep understanding of our unique heritage and to develop a lasting love for their country by embracing America’s founding principles enumerated in our Constitution and Declaration of Independence.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
We will not lie, steal, or cheat nor tolerate among us anyone who does. We are men and women of character who don the armor of integrity. We welcome you to join us.
We believe in the underlying principle of natural rights, which are endowed by Our Creator and established in America’s founding documents as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These rights are essential for the health of a thriving Republic and guarantee individual rights for all people.
We affirm the US Constitution and Declaration of Independence anchored their source of authority on the transcendent, first principle, that all men are created equal, and all rights derive from God.
We celebrate a diversity of ideas while condemning discrimination based upon age, race, color, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin or political affiliation. We proudly stand against all ideologies that condone discrimination or collectivism in any form.
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