What Am I Thinking | General CQ Brown
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2020
- Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander offers his perspective as a senior Air Force leader and African American regarding unrest throughout the U.S. amidst the death of George Floyd.
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, HI, UNITED STATES
06.04.2020
Video by Tech. Sgt. Zach Vaughn
Pacific Air Forces Public Affairs 
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I’m thinking as a Native American trying to attain a star how you just gave me more motivation. Thank you, Sir!.. and God bless!
~ . . . Praying for you, that God's strength through the Holy Spirit will push you onward and see you through to one star and more . . .
Good luck! 🤗 your representation matters to so many people!
@@VStMelz G0 anywhere else in the world and tell them your story and they will laugh.. You are so lucky to be in the US; start acting like it
“I’m thinking about how I can make improvements, personally, professionally and institutionally” Words of a true leader. All the best from Australia.
I think you are the right man for such as time as this.
We’re with ya sir.
Agree wholeheartedly!
ILUZIONIST keep your ignorance to yourself
THIS is what a leader sounds and looks like. Not the crap we have now in DC.
That leader in DC nominated him...what did Obama do for black people? Name one bill. Go ahead I am waiting.
Trump 2020!!
@@bernadettesemple9301 obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/2016/10/14/progress-african-american-community-during-obama-administration
@@bernadettesemple9301 www.blackenterprise.com/president-obamas-positive-track-record-for-helping-african-americans/
@@bernadettesemple9301 Oh sorry, you just wanted one
Thank you GEN Brown for having the courage to share What You Are Thinking with us all. I am so happy for you and proud of you to be nominated as the first African American Air Force Chief of Staff. It saddens me however, that in 2020, African Americans are still being designated as the 'First' in many categories.
I want this individual to be our President!
@ILUZIONIST This nonsense doesn't help.
He's not African- American, he was born in the United States. He's 100% American
@@jasonthomas9364 - If he is “100% American”, why is he and other African-American Servicemen & Servicewomen - in high ranking positions STILL having to have these kinds of conversations? There are people who want to persist in erasing the connection to the ancestry of BLACK folks! The purpose is to continue to suppress and discount the immeasurable contribution made to build this country by those who are still having to fight to be recognized and have to fight twice as hard to gain what other “just 100% ‘Americans’ “ get to stumble into through the “good ol’ boys” network.
I am thinking about how you left the Korean unit you were in charge of a shambles.
As a retired First Sergeant from the US Army, I want to thank you for what you are doing. As an African American, I choose not to discuss my thoughts as it may bother others. Enjoy your career and God bless. HOOAH!
I respect your choice and I’m sure you have your reasons. It might not discuss because it’s in your best interest and you need your career. But when/if you ever feel comfortable, please discuss your thoughts. It will be cathartic. Please do not feel that you have to make racists comfortable. All the best!
Top...if you have thoughts that are relevant...fuck 'em if it bothers "others"
Your experience, your read on it, and your AAR you can glean from it are relevant.
Bothered folk will have to bother off.
I'm Irish/Italian, and recently retired from USAF Combat Rescue. Started life as an 11C. Grew up broke, just south of Oakland in a rough hood in the 80s (I'm a 1975 model), and didn't understand the whole REAL racism thing outside of the gang bullshit and the neverending fights around race/groups as kids, until I left Benning to go explore.
The South in the early 90s was an eye opener for me. I thought I "got it".
Nope.
So, back to the "bother others" thing.
Bother them.
If you made it to 1SG, you are sharp enough to know how to bother them productively.
To shake them out of their "bubble" as my wife calls it.
Every mofo I EVER served with, Army and AF years, all over the globe, I saw as camo green.
I hope.
That's what I remember. I sure don't recall anything else.
But I'm not ignorant enough to ignore that there was a blind spot that I flat out could NOT see over those 23 years.
I still don't know what that was. But people would have told me if they weren't afraid to "bother others".
Wish they'd have bothered me.
I'd have listened. Not everyone would have, but I like to think that I would have.
And I will now.
Love to you and yours from NorCal, Top.
Sir, you should speak your mind. I'm all ears.
@@SnoopDougieDoug --Well said
I would follow this man into battle, any day any time! Because he inspires TRUST!
As an Black Man and retired Army Officer I can fully relate to what you said. Thanks so much for sharing, for your service, and your leadership!
As a 19 year old white kid from New Mexico, It was a black Army Captain that gave me my first orders! Support defend and protect our constitution from All enemies foreign and domestic and they’re within my ranks! Weed out the corruption when you see it! I followed those orders for 20 years!
Im thinking that the race of the soldier, airman, sailor, marine, space expert doesn't matter. Excited to have you in charge soon sir!
I am thinking about how you are too angry to be a leader.
I'm thinking as a fella that just recently retired from the CSAR community, how proud I am to see someone in your position with the BALLS to say it like you just did.
Foster that among your Charges.
Grow that open line of communication from TOP down and from BOTTOM up. (especially the latter)
I don't know how you'll do that, but that's why you get paid the big bucks, Sir.
I'll be rooting for your success in this.
Amen!
I'm thinking about when can we achieve to only have one race, HUMAN, one country, WORLD, one motto, LOVE.
I'm no longer in the Air Force but I worked for you at Aviano and my wife taught your sons. I'm broken and ashamed for my history of silence and contribution to the problem through clueless insensitive comments, silence to avoid confrontation, and implicit bias. All too often afraid to offend the offenders and not defending the offended. It changed last week and I won't be silent the rest of my life. Please forgive me.
Get a pair Jeff
@@jasonthomas9364 you'll never have a pair, lol
I am thinking about that if everywhere you go you have so many problems maybe the problem is you
An honor to have served for you and with you. You are as genuine as they come and my family and I will forever admire your leadership, sense of duty, fairness and the human factor you bring. Thank you for taking a stance. Once again Gen Brown, you are spot on!
Godspeed and congratulations!
I can feel your good fortune to have served for and with General C.Q. Brown. May we all have that kind of fortune.
I am in a mixed race family of 8 (black, white, both..bio and adopted). We are a mixed military family (AD, ret, enlisted and officer) and we are an American family that proudly loves our country. Like an old home..it has great bones, but always needs a little repair.
Thank you for reminding us we all have our own personal stories of life wins, loses, hurts, joys; whether at the top or the bottom..we cannot assume those stories just by looking at someone. We rise by looking up, lifting up, and stepping up. Thank you for your leadership.
This man has my utmost respect. Oh, how i wish he would run for president.
He wouldn’t do shit as president . Don’t be naive
*me, chilling after work* “hmm this video is random and looks interesting”
*me, 5 minutes later, in tears*
I"m thinking you are a leader Sir!
I'm thinking about you General. I'm proud of you. GOD only knows what you had to go through to get where you are Sir and to put that on display for the world to see is commendable. Your a role model and an inspiration who clearly speaks from the heart. GOD Bless Sir 🙏
I’m thinking about the impact you and your statements have on our young airmen and those thinking about becoming airmen, regardless of their ethnic backgrounds. I’m thinking about the fact that God in is awesome way, provided you with the wisdom and courage to stand up and speak from your heart. It is my prayer that airmen and all servicemen and women will see this and hopefully change their way of thinking. God Bless You!
As a daughter of a Army( and Marine ) 26 years total in the armed services, lifer, WWII vet, ( Germany, Korea and everywhere in between) you sir, just brought an old white lady to tears. All respect to you . Never give up the fight!
Thank you, General Brown, God speed and protection in all you do. I am thinking about our future and I will be praying for yours.
General Brown, as I sit here in my home office watching this
video I am thankful you shared your life’s perspective and this very important
message. This was very impactful and my
one profound takeaway was your perseverance.
You sir, are what makes America great!
I wish you great success as the Chief of Staff of the United States Air
Force. America needs great leaders. - USAF
Veteran
Wow! I could feel your pain as I reexperienced my own. Thank you for sharing your truth while challenging all of us to change the narrative so we can transform America. Everyone needs to see and hear this message. Sharing across all my social media platforms (Former Honorary Command Chief, Dover AFB).
Wow, very powerful and much needed in these troubled times.
Congratulations General Brown on your appointment as Air Force Chief of Staff. Thank you sir for sharing your personal testimony. I understand exactly what you expressed when you described how hard it was to fit in as the only African- American in school and career. We have great respect for you. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Sir, double respect for you for your courage. You are true inspiration. Greetings from Poland to all military men and women of the US.
Thank you for your service and good heart!
You are a tremendous person. You let your negative experiences mold you into a better person. You didn't allow them to stop you and so I think you are a very good match for this promotion. It appears that even your good experiences did not spoil you like it has some, so thank you for all the future things you will do. I know that you will do what you can to show the world that Character counts.....not the color of a person's skin. God bless and keep you! Thank you.
Thank-you, Sir, for an open and honest expression of what you are thinking. There needs to be a lot of uncomfortable conversations had, that will be just a beginning to the end of both conscious and unconscious bias. The sooner everyone realizes the color of a person’s skin does not pre-determine that person’s intelligence, leadership ability, or motivation to succeed, the (so much) better this world will be with all the intelligence, leadership and success that will become available to us all. Thank-you, and thank-you to your family, for your service, Sir.
Wonderful statement. Thank you.
Nothing more to add,your thoughts are exactly my thoughts ‼️
Thank you. Once you are in Washington, I hope that you will consider being a Point of Light for my students. Your message is what we all need.
I'm thinking about my bias even though unintended due the place and time I grew up in (1960's). I know and agree that African Americans deserve the same rights and privileges that I have enjoyed my whole life. I am still working on my own bias.
Inspiring to see passion and honesty. I'd follow him into the valley...
Wow, thank you for sharing this. I'm glad I have a supervisor that gave me perspective on doing my PME, otherwise I may have missed this. I guess, I'm thinking about how I should consciously/actively be thinking about how my every word and behavior will be setting the tone for my airmen. When I don't agree with/like something I need to choose my words with better emotional intelligence so I can positively influence them rather than bring them down the road of destructive behaviors (even if only minor).
thank you sir.... well said..... we are honored to have you
You honor the uniform, sir. You honor your country and we are fortunate to have a leader like you. May you be blessed and continue to serve and bring about positive change.
There is no room for inequality, bigotry or racism in our Air Force - or military services writ large. I am so very happy to see you ascend to the position of CSAF... you are ensuring that our young men and women, of all stripes, can see that merit, intelligence and hard work pay off - regardless of race, creed or color. Thank for speaking up and sharing your experience. As you were in CENTCOM, you remain my role model... and one of the very best officers with whom I've had the privilege to serve.
Thank you general! During the last few days I’ve been thinking about how as a young, white, new, 2LT, fresh out of a segregated Army ROTC program in the South, and newly arrived in my Army officer’s basic class, we were marched in to a lecture hall for a class on race relations. I needed it as did most of my fellow new officers. The Army made it very clear that any OER rating less than perfect on race relations would end one’s career. That class 56 years ago changed my life for the better and I’m thankful for it. I’ve never forgotten that class and am still learning even as an old retired university professor. Let’s hope others have learned from the lessons of the last week and other examples, unnecessary and painful, as they have been. It’s become common for people to say what I never heard during my service, but should be said, General, Thank you for your service and your testimony in this message. This is 2020 and way past time to put discrimination and inequality in any way behind us. We must live up to our constitution under which all citizens are equal in every way, no exceptions!
This video never gets old and remains accurate! #Salute
Great words. You are the right guy at the right time. God Speed. M.A. Col, USAF, Ret.
Great focus! That's what I think is the way to go.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Sir. In times such as these, we need to hear from our leaders.
I am thinking that you are a brave human being who its not afraid to speak up and challenge the status quo. Thank you for your service.
I am thinking that you are an inspiration to all Americans. Thank you for your service. Now more than ever we need to remember that we are Americans. We need to improve our relations and unite as Americans of all hues. As imperfect as our nation is, we are still the land of opportunity and freedom. We need to make sure that those that seek to stoke divisions among us to increase their own power are working against our unity. When we unite, they cannot take our liberties away from us. We, the People, must work together (every American of every race) to defeat those that would tear us apart and try to steal our freedoms.
Duty.Honor.Country and One Man.
This is so inspiring. This brought tears to my eyes. Sir, I truly appreciate how honest and open you were in sharing the challenges that you had to face and still continue to as a black man and the first African American Chief of Staff of the Air Force. Your story was needed and you have encouraged so many.
I think you’re going to be an awesome CSAF and I’m proud to have served with you! You’re humbleness and quiet professionalism is admirable! You are most certainly history in the making and yes you stand on the shoulders of those who came before you. Take your place in history and continue to be the awesome leader you are!
Bless you for speaking out.
First I’d like to say congratulations on your nomination Sir! As a 20 year retired Army CPT/SFC I have the upmost respect for the mission you are about to embark upon, especially during these time. As an African American female I cannot express my feelings at this moment as I’ve experienced all of what you spoke of here and more and I’m always left wondering...when does it end? So many have died...for no reason, but what I pray is that you can make a difference...maybe not all at once, BUT one person at a time. We all bleed blood! Not, black, brown, or white. We bleed red! Congrats again Sir! Thank you for your continued service!
This is what leadership looks like. Thank you, sir.
I'm happy you achieved so much, you're living proof blacks are able to lead.
I am blessed blessed thank you sir
We are with you general!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
God give this officer the wisdom and courage.
Yes Jesus! Amen
Did anyone else forget what they were searching for and put "what am I thinking of" in the search bar like RUclips was gonna know
I'm thinking we have a great leader in you and a therefore a great future for our Air Force! I'm thinking how we as Airmen and WE as American's can become colorblind and think of each other as our brothers and sisters that serve a common and worthy cause that is greater than ourselves.
I’m thinking that we Americans work together like players and coaches on a championship football team. Objectives, productivity, performance, excellence. Let the bonds formed in the undertaking of a common goal produce whatever they naturally produce.
You make an excellent first impression. God speed. Congratulations.
Thank you Sir.
Thank you for your excellent service to a country that has not treated you as it should have. Prayers for you and your family.
An honorable focus and one encouraged by our Creator
Thank you, General. It sounds like you’re describing of being torn between two worlds. Not fully accepted by either and being constantly under a great weight to stop, give up and to give in, but you and other Generals of color and people of color who serve anyway press forward. Thank you again for true inspiration.
Soldiers should not be resentful, easily distracted, and emotionally unstable.
I understand during my AF career this is what I had to accept as truth. One person in two worlds. I understand!
Stand together. Everyone stand together! The devil is running loose and some are losing sight of Love. Love one another for our differences and similarities. We all bleed the same blood and deserve to be treated as such. Trust in GOD!! Though we may leave our temporary bodies, we live forever through Jesus Christ. One natione under GOD. This nation is forgetting GOD. But GOD has not forgotten you!
General Brown, respect from me is hard to get. Respect is earned, never given, there is only one thing that would make me say, “you have my up most respect and admiration.” Knowing what you would do if instructed to fire on American Citizens, ordered from the government, or would say, “ I didn’t sign up for this, I’m not firing on America”???????
Thank you for what you do and for your public voice on this matter! You spoke with composure and grace.
This, right here, is the best of America.
I'm thinking about the drill instructor who told my flight that you can be a card holding member of the kkk and serve in this great Air Force. I'm thinking about being reprimanded for wearing a du-rag at the chow hall while my white counter parts had hats on. I'm thinking about being made to do heavy PT the day before my fit test...... But I'm also thinking about the day my drill instructor placed an Airman's coin in my hand. I'm thinking about my first Commander telling me he's proud of me. I'm thinking about the day I graduated base Honor Guard Training. I'm thinking about the honor I felt at my first Honor Guard funeral detail. I'm thinking about my first Airman as a newly minted NCO. I'm thinking about all those Airman behind me who are watching........ #AmericanAirman
Very impressive leader and the AF is lucky to have him...just wish that he'd give a little more credit to the system that supported him all along his career path...he talks a lot about the struggles and negative reactions he experienced but let's face it, you don't get to his position without top level brass support throughout your entire career...
I wish I had a mentor like you when I was active duty. Racism just infuriated me, but my anger put me at a disadvantage. As a civilian EEO manager, who has learn that getting angry doesn't fix the problem, I am constantly questioned by senior leadership about potential issues I observe. They don't see it, and they dont want to see it. Which leaves me dealing with the same issues over and over again. My integrity has been questioned although I fight for a healthy diverse, discrimination free work environment. I am told I have a problem. I am exhausted, I just can't fight this own my own. I plan to retire from federal government soon, but my wish was to leave behind what I have learn, for future EEO practitioners. They will need a full arsenal of tools because enemy hides in the shadows.
Thank you Sir! I am a female African American, 28 year Air Force veteran. Thank you for sharing your views and the superb leadership that you provide to our military. You give me hope for our future.
I'm thinking about my responsibilities as a teacher. I'm thinking about how I see young Americans at a critical time in their development. I'm thinking that I need to stay focused on developing character that lives up to the ideals of our nation's charter.
As a daughter of immigrants I can relate to the idea of navigating two worlds; but he articulated that struggle so well along with the additional burden of color and racism in the mixture, something I know not of. Well said, sir, very well said. You can tell it was difficult for him.
Sir, I’m thinking that I’m incredibly thankful for your poignant message, and to have you lead our Air Force. I can’t directly share your experiences, but I feel your sting of betrayal, and want you to know that I’m committed to increasing opportunities for all people of color in our military.
pleased i will make move to yangon this morning
Wow, that was inspiring. I too have experienced exactly what he's talking about. To you sir I tip my hat.
Congratulations on the historic nomination.
From a former Army noncom...The passion is evident. The wisdom and humility are obvious. The burden is heavy. The commitment is unquestionable. HOOAH!
You gave voice to what so many of us are going through right now. I am praying God bless you and guide you every step of the way as the new CSAF! You are the right man for it!
CQ Brown is now one of my heroes. Fly High. Fly Free Airman. 💯💯🏅🏅
I was Army but I think he is right on the money. I am white and as an NCO and senior leader made sure I treated everyone based on their demonstrated skill and ability, not by the color of their skin. I was not easy to work for because I wanted everyone of my soldiers to make it back home if they were called to war. They are home with their families today.
Powerful!
Very wise,Gog bless you
1:51. I'm only enlisted Navy and I can emphasize with you, General. This ignorance and low-key hate need to die out.
✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿✊🏼HUA!!!
I’m thinking, I’m glad you are thinking...DONT stop!
Chapeau, respects
Thank you sir. Candor and honesty like this is a gift. You make me want to be a better American. Thank you.
one of the good guys.
A true American hero!
I think that mentors who did not look like you is actually as somewhat positive thing. People reached out to help you because the saw your potential, not your race
Privilege 👆🏽
I agree. Ultimately I think the deathblow to racism within institutions will be this AND the reverse relationship- people like General Brown being mentors to other minority AND to white airmen, examples both in regard to skill and professionalism, and more so in character.
Well said, Sir. Thank you
This is a leader, honest, aware and knowing that there are no simple answers. He is the type of person that should lead. Glad he has risen to where he is and can send the right message.
Wow, well said sir!
he sounds like an erratic nut
@@VIDSTORAGE So I'm guessing you're not black?
@@CrystalClearNM ARE YOU BLACK?
@@VIDSTORAGE No, just empathetic and grateful I don't have to face what people of color have to face daily.
@@CrystalClearNM Hey white black or not we all have problems and quit acting and be a man ..
✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
I am thinking you have spoken from the ancestors and those of us now. Been there experienced much in my 70 years. You are our hope and inspiration we all are when we share our journey. Remember you are not alone. Praying for you and us all ... go forward.
I'm thinking you're a great example of an American sir. Thank you for your thoughts and your service.
Thinking about how you described my naval experience in one video but my CNO gave an empty speech that didn’t say anything.
You sir are why I made it to twenty years of service as an nco! Your orders and your ideology were followed by me and countless brothers and sisters! You rose above all if the nonsense and created a beautiful way of living for all people for we the people. Thank you sir for your dedication to our constitution. Because of you and your ideas and your faith I have a good life. Thank you sir.
I can feel the emotion. Thank you, sir, for your service. I'm sorry that our country is so messed up, but there is hope still.