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Originally Posted by Rochard
I'm a former US Marine, and our military by nature should be non political. We don't take sides, but instead let the public decide and the follow orders from the Commander In Chief, for better or for worse.
The political shit that goes on is fucking hilarious. It doesn't matter which side. What's right and what's wrong is decided by their goals at the moment. The debt ceiling is a perfect example. Obama voted against it as a Congressman, now he wants. Republicans always voted for it, but suddenly now it's an issue. Come on already, stop playing fucking games.
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Ohh-Rah Devil Dog!
If you mean military personnel should not be involved in politics I have to disagree with you on that. They are very affected by the decisions politicians make and they are citizens so they should pay particular attention. Following orders and the UCMJ does not take away your right to vote and influence society... as long as you follow the UCMJ first and foremost
If you mean the Military should not be affected by the political winds then there is no way to avoid it. The branches are the security arms of the US Government and since taxes.... and a LOT of taxes are involved they will also be a target for budget cuts