West Point Under Siege: A Fight for Values Amidst Marxist Indoctrination

The United States Military Academy at West Point, a cornerstone of American military leadership, is facing significant ideological challenges. According to Colonel Rob Maness and Matthew Newgent, a 1996 graduate of West Point and board member of the MacArthur Society, cultural Marxism has infiltrated the academy, critical race theory (CRT), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. These trends, they argue, are slowly eroding the institution's foundational values of duty, honor, and country.

During a recent interview on the Rob Maness Show, Newgent described how these ideological shifts not only alter the academy's mission statement but are fundamentally changing the character of West Point cadets and the officers it produces.

The Removal of 'Duty, Honor, Country'

According to Col. Maness and Newgent, one of the most alarming developments is the removal of "duty, honor, country" from the academy’s mission statement. Instead, it has been replaced with a reference to "Army values," which, while important, do not evoke the same patriotic resonance. Newgent emphasizes that this change symbolizes a broader attempt to detach West Point from its traditional heritage, weakening the institution's ability to inspire loyalty to the United States and its Constitution.

As Newgent points out, "When you hear those words, whether you're a soldier or not, it does something to you. It makes you want to stand up and do the right thing, even if it means sacrificing your life."

Infiltration of Marxist Ideologies

West Point, like many other academic institutions, has not been immune to the growing influence of CRT and DEI. According to Newgent, these ideologies have crept into the curriculum and training of cadets, promoting divisive narratives about race and identity. This ideological shift has led to an environment where cadets are increasingly exposed to teachings that separate them from the ideals of service and patriotism that the academy once stood for.

Newgent draws parallels between these changes and a broader Marxist strategy to destabilize the U.S. from within. Referring to a famous quote by Nikita Khrushchev, Newgent warns that the erosion of patriotic values is a deliberate tactic aimed at weakening America's military and societal fabric.

The Honor Code Under Threat

Another significant issue raised during the discussion was the weakening of West Point's honor code. Once a rock-solid foundation for cadet conduct, the honor code has been redefined as "aspirational" rather than absolute. "A cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do," was once a strict and uncompromising standard. But according to Newgent, this new "aspirational" version sends a dangerous message to cadets: that integrity is a goal, not a requirement.

"If you reduce the honor code to something aspirational, you're undermining the entire institution," Newgent said. "Without the honor code, West Point is just a liberal arts school with fancy uniforms."

The MacArthur Society's Mission

In response to these developments, the MacArthur Society, a group of West Point graduates, has been actively working to counter what they see as a Marxist infiltration of the academy. The society, named after General Douglas MacArthur, aims to restore West Point's traditional values and safeguard its role as a premier institution for training military leaders.

The society is also pushing for the creation of a "Duty, Honor, Country Commission," a blue-ribbon panel that would conduct a year-long study into the ideological shifts at West Point and make recommendations for reform. This commission would aim to uncover the full extent of the damage caused by CRT, DEI, and other progressive ideologies and provide a roadmap for restoring the academy to its former glory.

Hope for the Future

Despite the challenges, Col. Maness and Newgent remain hopeful that change is possible. In one of the society’s recent victories, they successfully lobbied for the removal of "pride-colored" Army merchandise from the West Point Association of Graduates’ website, arguing that such items politicize the academy’s brand and alienate traditional supporters.

Newgent and the MacArthur Society are committed to ensuring that West Point continues to produce leaders who embody the values of duty, honor, and country. "We do this because we love West Point," Newgent said. "We're not going to give up on this fight."

Conclusion

As the ideological battle for West Point continues, the efforts of the MacArthur Society highlight the importance of maintaining the academy's historical values. The future of America's military leadership depends on institutions like West Point, and ensuring that these leaders are guided by principles of integrity and patriotism is essential for the nation’s security.