Reflections on Ethics, Service, and the Responsibilities of Leadership Integrity and accountability are not optional. They are the foundation of every honorable institution, especially within the United States military. These principles have guided generations of service members who understood that loyalty to the Constitution must rise above loyalty to any individual leader. Nearly a decade…
Visit to Green Bay, Wisconsin — Sharing My Story, Connecting With Community This past week I had the opportunity to travel to Green Bay, Wisconsin and speak at three different events that truly reminded me why I share my story in the first place. My good friend, kayak paddling partner, and adventure teammate, Ken Braband,…
Why Language Matters: Truth, Justice, and the Epstein Case By Steve Baskis When a high-profile case like the Jeffrey Epstein investigation gets brushed off by a national leader as a “hoax,” it sends the wrong message. People were prosecuted. Victims came forward and told their stories. Real crimes happened, and real sentences were handed down….
Mastering Mobile Production: A Simple Setup for Professional Video and Audio Anywhere This short video was created spontaneously to demonstrate how I use the Insta360 gimbal as a blind creator. It offers a simple explanation of the technology and techniques that help me manage audio and video production efficiently and independently. In today’s fast-paced digital…
The Power of Language: Reflections on Hate Speech and Public Rhetoric This post carefully examines several pieces of publicly available media. Each section begins with a source link so you can watch or listen for yourself, followed by my reflections. My goal is to make this post readable and accessible, giving you a clear way…
A Weekend with Team River Runner: Outtasight Grand Junction 2025 By Steve Baskis This past weekend, I had the privilege of participating in the 2025 Team River Runner Outtasight Grand Junction event. The trip came about after my friend and fellow veteran advocate, Celiann Gonzalez, reached out and asked me to help teach volunteers and…
Statement on the Use of Military Force in Los Angeles As a veteran of the U.S. Army, I am deeply disturbed by the recent deployment of federalized National Guard troops and active-duty Marines to Los Angeles in response to protests against ICE operations. While I unequivocally condemn violence and criminal acts, the decision to deploy…
Moving Is Living I know I’ve been more political than usual on social media lately—and that’s not something I typically do. So today, I wanted to take a step back and share something different. Something more personal. Something rooted in my own lived experience. This is a writing I call Moving Is Living. It reflects…
The Future of Power, Accountability, and the Role of the Public In today’s political and technological climate, we find ourselves navigating a complex and evolving world—one where power is concentrated not just in government institutions, but also in private corporations, digital infrastructure, and, increasingly, in individual personalities and movements. History shows that unchecked power—whether political,…
Sailing with Purpose: My Experience with Sail to Win Posted on March 22, 2025 by Steve Baskis I recently had the incredible honor of being featured in Yachting Magazine for my participation in the Sail for Hope regatta, racing aboard the C&C 30 Chinook as part of the Sail to Win team. This unforgettable experience…