Unfortunately, we cannot afford to apply new rules to people who signed commitments under the old system. We are convinced our airmen understand this. For those who feel an injustice has been done in the past or in the way these new rules are being implemented, we have given the commander of the Air Force Personnel Center at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, wide latitude to grant relief. We have discussed with him what needs to be done and we are all committed that this new system will be fair to both airmen and the taxpaying public. That commitment will guide the implementation process.
Nothing is more devastating to retention than treating people unfairly.
Our goal for the past two and a half years has been to ensure the Air Force is a great place to work. This means more than lowering operations tempo, improving the quality of housing and raising pay. It also means ensuring our Air Force treats its people right. You give us a great deal. We demand integrity, selfless service and excellence from everyone on our great team.