I would have asked the Marine...”Ah yes, but over the long term? What of Marines who did so attack and oppress the domestic populace but discovered they were being shunned by their families, former friends, and sweet hearts....how long could they be expected to do so with no moral and emotional support from the populace? We know the issues our soldiers face when they fought in the mid east and Afghanistan and the emotional issues they suffer such as post traumatic distress....how can the elites be sure they can maintain control over the long term when they cannot be assured of motivated “replacements” for their military? Will the elites be able to “love and care for” soldiers who have become mentally incapacitated when the domestic populace no longer will nor would there be any financial resources available to care for these used up elitetist run troups?
Excellent questions. I was literally shocked into silence upon the reply. Also, but not as an excuse, the time and place was not exactly conducive to a long discussion. Had it been, I would hope my sensibilities would have led the conversation down the path you stated. Mind, the Marine was not hostile in any way with his comment. In fact, it was stated with some regret. I have to say also, this young Marine fought in fallujah (sp). Saw active combat in that hellhole. He has sense passed away. He loved his country and his beloved Marine Corp. later I had the privilege to officiate the wedding for his oldest son.