What happens when a Marine aviator turns his attention to government waste, congressional accountability, and family court reform?
USMC Veteran Keith Barton joins Rich LaMonica on The MisFitNation for an unscripted conversation about military leadership, broken systems, and what it takes to turn experience into action.
A former military aviator, author, congressional candidate, and family court reform advocate, Keith brings experience spanning overseas service, business operations, logistics, public policy, and publishing.
We’ll explore his proposed American Lean Act, which he describes as a new operating system for Congress centered on measurable results, fiscal discipline, government efficiency, and continuous improvement. What would that approach look like in practice—and how would the public judge whether it works?
Keith also shares the personal experience behind his family court advocacy, including navigating an interstate custody dispute and representing himself in an appeal. We’ll discuss what that journey taught him about persistence, accountability, and the challenges facing parents and children.
In this episode:
• Marine Corps service, military aviation, and leadership under pressure
• The American Lean Act and Keith’s approach to congressional reform
• Government spending, accountability, and measuring results
• Family court reform and navigating complex systems
• Veterans issues and the transition from military to civilian leadership
• Writing children’s books, military thrillers, and science fiction
Join us live, bring your questions, and add your perspective: What makes a system accountable to the people it serves?
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https://www.bartonfortexas.com/
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