‘Narcissist-in-Chief’ humiliates himself, yet again

American Clarion ^ | May 18, 2013 | Dr. Theo

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When I saw the photo on The Drudge Report my reaction was the same as almost any other current or former member of the Armed Services—disgust. It reminded me of the Clintons who used uniformed military officers as servers to pass drinks and hors d’oeuvres at one of their White House gatherings. Do Democrats have no understanding of whom and what military people are? Do they not understand that the role of the military is one that less than one in ten Americans are willing to do? Apparently they are unaware of the sacrifices military men and women have made and continue to make every day: separation from families, surrender of many rights that civilians take for granted, weeks, months, years of arduous training, sub-standard pay and, of course, the risk of deploying to a war zone with all the absurdity, fear, craziness, horrific sights, frightening sounds that seemingly never stop, and ever-scarring sights and wrenching smells, thoughts and tortures. They see death and misery up close and personal, knowing that they could be the next casualty, in an instant. This is what gives them the right and privilege to wear their countries uniform and gives us reason to honor them and be grateful for such men and women as these. They should never be demeaned or disgraced, certainly not while in uniform, by any civilian, especially one who has never served, regardless of his rank or stature. President Obama has disgraced himself, yet again, by this display of arrogance, ignorance and ingratitude.

Many believe that the Marine “dress blue” uniform is issued to Marines, but they would be wrong. Marines must purchase their “blues” out of the money from their meager pay. My son bought his seven years ago for about $500 (including tailoring, shoes, gloves, etc.). If any article of clothing becomes worn, stained or any other kind of blemish, it must be replaced. Dress blues cannot be worn unless perfect. There is actually a written code that dictates exactly how the uniform is to be worn and any breach can be severely punished. The code specifies that an umbrella cannot be carried while wearing dress blues—under any circumstances. Only the Commandant of the Marines can make an exception to the code. The President doesn’t even have that authority. There is a cape that covers the shoulders that can be worn in the rain, but no umbrella—ever.

The jacket is of beautiful blue, almost black wool and any place a rain drop falls often leaves a permanently discolored spot. In other words the jacket can be ruined, in which case it cannot be worn again. I wonder who is going to buy these Marines new uniforms. Do you suppose the Narcissist-in-Chief even cares?

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In the morning or when you get a chance, read Dr. Theo’s account of Dress Blues—PING!