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In reply to the discussion: I do not worship the ground our military walks on [View all]stevenleser
(32,886 posts)Nor do I find opportunistic attacks on any young people who risk their lives for us compelling. I attack Republicans when they attack police and firefighters, and will happily attack anyone on the right or left who attack the military.
Our military is mostly composed of patriotic 18-21 year old kids willing to risk their lives for what they believe is freedom.
We can argue about whether what the government is using them for is right or just or even legal. That doesnt change what these kids are doing and willing to risk.
In fact, the fault for how the military is used lies with the folks who elect the government, also known as "We the people". If you vote in the US and pay taxes in the US, you are as responsible for how the military is used as an E1-E3 enlisted person. If you have been voting for a while, you are probably more responsible than any enlisted person.
If you are willing to risk your life in my name in the fire department, military or law enforcement, I will honor you. Anyone who doesnt like that can kiss where the sun doesnt shine.