Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

Skip to comments.

Christie tells National Guard leader to slim down
Washington Post ^

Posted on 09/23/2015 12:53:16 PM PDT by TigerClaws

click here to read article


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-2021-32 last
To: TigerClaws

As the head of the national guard, the national guard having national standards set by the DOD, Christie had no choice. It’s no different than an alcoholic telling his child that the child can’t drive under the influence. The information delivered is absolutely correct, whether the parent is a good example or not.


21 posted on 09/23/2015 1:21:34 PM PDT by xzins (Retired Army Chaplain and Proud of It! True Supporters of our Troops PRAY for their Victory!)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: DesertRhino
But a governor and a soldier do not need the same level of fitness. Furthermore, I can almost guarantee this General has let people in his command be discharged over fitness standards.

Personally, I could care less have large Christie is...there is no requirement for a Governor's weight...

Also the fact he has been dodging hs physical-fitness tests.

Betcha he would not let those in his command do the same...

22 posted on 09/23/2015 1:27:45 PM PDT by Popman (Christ alone: My Cornerstone...)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 15 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws
I'm not sure why there are so many "look in the mirror" and "hypocrite" comments.

Being a member of the Air Force...for 28 years...I can tell you the general is obligated by Air Force REGULATIONS (AFI 36-2905) to be in shape. Christie is under no such standards (even though he should be).

Legally the general has no choice but to follow the reg which has a waist limit and mandates how often he should be tested.

What REALLY pisses me off is that if I am late for ONE test I get a reprimand. There are NO putting it offs. If I fail...I get put on a program and if I fail 4 in a row I get discharged.

The HYPOCRISY of this general who has probably signed discharge paperwork because people have not met physical fitness standards is INFURIATING.

It's yet another example (and I've seen it before including a former wing commander of mine) of the leadership not following the same rules I (and they) have to.

It's a double standard.

23 posted on 09/23/2015 1:28:55 PM PDT by NELSON111
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws
Not a huge fan of Chris Christy but he has taken drastic steps to loose a bunch of weight.

For those who don't know it, the general in question is require by regulation to meet the Army Height Weight standard just like all of the troops he leads and must weight in every six months along with passing a physical fitness test every 6 months.

Hard to enforce the standard if you don't follow the standard yourself.

24 posted on 09/23/2015 1:29:14 PM PDT by Newbomb Turk (Hey Newbomb, where's your brothers ElCamino ?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws

Yes, Christie is fat. But there is no weight requirement for governor of New Jersey. There is for the National Guard leader. This guy was dodging the fitness test and was out of compliance with the standard. Christie was enforcing a rule. I’m sure he wasn’t doing it to be a hypocrite.

This article is an attempt by the Washington Post to generate laughs and criticism of a prominent Republican. It worked.


25 posted on 09/23/2015 1:35:35 PM PDT by Opinionated Blowhard ("When the people find they can vote themselves money, that will herald the end of the republic.")
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Popman

“Also the fact he has been dodging hs physical-fitness tests. Betcha he would not let those in his command do the same...”

Exactly


26 posted on 09/23/2015 1:36:00 PM PDT by DesertRhino ("I want those feeble minded asses overthrown,,,")
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 22 | View Replies]

To: MeganC

I see what you did there.


27 posted on 09/23/2015 1:36:41 PM PDT by CatherineofAragon ("A real conservative will bear the scars...will have been in the trenches fighting."--- Ted Cruz)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 14 | View Replies]

To: DesertRhino
Our military is a disgrace.

I would say it is quickly becoming one.

28 posted on 09/23/2015 1:48:34 PM PDT by onedoug
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 12 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws

What is this general’s IQ?

What is the standard for generals and their IQ?

They don’t have one?

My, my.


29 posted on 09/23/2015 2:21:58 PM PDT by blueunicorn6 ("A crack shot and a good dancer")
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws

Regardless of job requirements, one big mouth fatso ripping another fatso, for being a fatso, is by definition, hypocrisy.

If you get down on someone for something you yourself are, do, or dont do, you are a hypocrite. It doesnt have to go any further than that.


30 posted on 09/23/2015 2:33:29 PM PDT by Secret Agent Man (Gone Galt; Not averse to Going Bronson.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: WayneS

“Christie, who once called himself “the healthiest fat guy you’ve ever seen,” secretly underwent weight-loss surgery in 2013. A band was surgically placed around his stomach to restrict how much food he could eat.

it does not appear to have worked. “

I know a guy who had stomach surgery to limit his food intake about 10 years ago. He went from 515 lbs down to 260. He’s now back up to 410.


31 posted on 09/23/2015 2:40:20 PM PDT by Rebelbase
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 7 | View Replies]

To: TigerClaws

Sorry, but there are different standards in the military than in civilian jobs. If he can’t pass his PT test or height/weight then he needs to eat a salad.


32 posted on 09/23/2015 2:43:35 PM PDT by thefactor (yes, as a matter of fact, i DID only read the excerpt)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-2021-32 last

Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.

Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

FreeRepublic, LLC, PO BOX 9771, FRESNO, CA 93794
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson