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Bullet Background Paper (BBP)
Ethical Decision-Making and Command Leadership Analysis
Part 1 – Introduction
Interviewer: Brennan King
Interviewee: Sitting Squadron Commander
Ethical Issue: The most challenging ethical issue discussed was handling an
incident where a junior officer made an offensive comment with racial undertones.
The main ethical problem was balancing the need for discipline with maintaining
unit cohesion. The solution involved counseling, an apology from the officer, and
additional diversity training. The issue was not fully resolved, as some unit
members felt the consequences were insufficient.
Part 2 – Apply the LOWD Model
Locate: The commander faced an ethical dilemma regarding how to address a
racially insensitive comment made by an officer. The dilemma revolved around
applying discipline while preserving the integrity of the unit’s morale and trust. This
ethical issue ties into the core values of the profession of arms, particularly integrity
and respect for all airmen.
Options: The commander identified multiple courses of action: issuing a formal
reprimand, engaging in private counseling, or involving external resources like
diversity and inclusion specialists.
Weight: The commander considered the Air Force’s core values, the legal guidance
from the JAG, and the long-term impact on unit cohesion. Personal values of
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Bullet Background Paper (BBP)
Ethical Decision-Making and Command Leadership Analysis
Part 1 – Introduction
Interviewer: Brennan King
Interviewee: Sitting Squadron Commander
Ethical Issue: The most challenging ethical issue discussed was handling an
incident where a junior officer made an offensive comment with racial undertones.
The main ethical problem was balancing the need for discipline with maintaining
unit cohesion. The solution involved counseling, an apology from the officer, and
additional diversity training. The issue was not fully resolved, as some unit
members felt the consequences were insufficient.
Part 2 – Apply the LOWD Model
Locate: The commander faced an ethical dilemma regarding how to address a
racially insensitive comment made by an officer. The dilemma revolved around
applying discipline while preserving the integrity of the unit’s morale and trust. This
ethical issue ties into the core values of the profession of arms, particularly integrity
and respect for all airmen.
Options: The commander identified multiple courses of action: issuing a formal
reprimand, engaging in private counseling, or involving external resources like
diversity and inclusion specialists.
Weight: The commander considered the Air Force’s core values, the legal guidance
from the JAG, and the long-term impact on unit cohesion. Personal values of
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