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BREAKDOWN ASL PODCAST | EP. 3: ‘Dereliction of Duty’

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How did Army Reserve leaders respond to warning signs about the Lewiston shooter, a reservist?

How did Army Reserve leaders respond to the many warning signs about the Lewiston shooter, a reservist who was in a dangerous spiral? And why didn’t they take further action? The Army acknowledged some failures but also cast blame elsewhere. Episode 3 of the ASL-interpreted video of the "Breakdown" podcast looks at questionable medical decisions, missed communication and lack of follow up.

How did Army Reserve leaders respond to the many warning signs about the Lewiston shooter, a reservist who was in a dangerous spiral? And why didn’t they take further action?

The Army acknowledged some failures but also cast blame elsewhere. Episode 3 of the ASL-interpreted video of the “Breakdown” podcast looks at questionable medical decisions, missed communication and lack of follow up.