After attending the closing ceremony of exercise Garuda Shield in Indonesia on June 22, I arrived in the Philippines to meet with dignitaries there before heading for New Zealand and Australia where I will spend the Fourth of July, before returning to Hawaii, time zones away. I hope to return to Hawaii in time to celebrate the Fourth with Soldiers and families at Schofield Barracks. Listen to my interview with Honolulu talk show host Mike Buck for insights on my leadership style and my concern for Army families.

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