Reply #196: I am not concerned about saving face. It's possible to have compassion and have questions.

[mnhtnbb]

The lack of courtesy to a fellow DU'er who has a different point of view is appalling.

I didn't tell the woman to fuck off. I didn't tell the woman she had issues. I didn't tell the woman
she lacked compassion. I didn't tell the woman she needed counseling.

Go back and read the all the threads, not just the subject line.

I am deeply concerned that given the environment of lies/deception and volunteer services, that all of us in this country--parents and communities--need to do something to educate and inform these young men and women BEFORE they sign up for the military about just what they are getting themselves into. It is naive to think that these young people can witness the hell and atrocities of war and not come back damaged. It is criminal to not provide adequate treatment for the soldiers who return.

That's it. I'm done. If anyone is owed an apology, it's to me from the many DU members on this board who have insulted me.