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In reply to the discussion: I do not worship the ground our military walks on [View all]DevonRex
(22,541 posts)The institution is the same. It is the military. Period. Each war is different, to be fought and protested on its own merits. To have been in the military does not mean I support all wars, or any war in the future. I have protested myself. I would prefer there to be no more wars ever. I would protect the US and I would intervene in genocide. Those 2 are givens for me. Because I am a protector by nature. Mostly I believe in prevention.
But that freedom argument is insulting. That's how Republicans talk and I remind you that I am a very well educated Democrat and I know quite well when someone is talking down to me. However, I did serve my country thank you very much. I continued to do so afterwards, as well, helping keep the public safe from the illegal gun trade in this country. It's an impossible, thankless task. You're welcome.