Capt. Nathan D. Broshear

Commentary: If you ask me why I serve I'll answer you, 'Haiti'

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- I'm often asked why I choose to be in the Air Force.

Some people ask to start up a conversation, others to be polite, and some genuinely wonder what compels Airmen to swear to support and defend the Constitution, put themselves in harm's way and deploy far from home.

Most people who ask are looking for a one-word answer.

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