And I don't giv a damn what branch; when it is a 'cap and gown' ceremony, then SHOW SOME DAMN RESPECT for the ceremony and what it represents instead of attempting to hijack the occassion to selfishly draw attention to oneself.
I don't think that he should be blamed for "selfishly drawing attention to himself." It it not selfish to show that you have the courage to fight for your country. It is people like him that protect your right to say things like that, about him. Somebody else protecting your rights and your freedom, is not being selfish.
He is, if he is expecting the school to make an exception for him. He didn't, and so he is honoring both the Corps and the school.
I did my time in uniform...and not as a JROTC cadet...as well as service not in uniform.
So I have EARNED my rights to say what I please.
My opinions stands.
At ease, carry on.