As someone who served in the Marines, I have grave concerns about the current administration’s use of our armed forces – not only abroad in another misbegotten war, but also here at home. It is not the role of the military to act as a domestic police force, or show up at polling places – an action the president has refused to rule out.

The oath I swore to defend the Constitution did not expire when my time in uniform ended. These days, when it comes to protecting democracy, I’m thinking the best defense is a good offense. That starts with you and me and every other eligible Michigander turning out to vote.

In that regard, we can all be foot soldiers. So, if you haven’t yet registered to vote, please do so right away.