Posted on 09/26/2017 3:38:15 PM PDT by jazusamo
UPDATE : West Point has responded , saying they’re looking into this matter, that Rapone’s chain of command is aware, and that his actions do not reflect the values of West Point or the U.S. Military:
The U.S. Military Academy strives to develop leaders who internalize the academy's motto of Duty, Honor, Country, and who live the Army values. Second Lieutenant Rapone's actions in no way reflect the values of the U.S. Military Academy or the U.S. Army.
As figures of public trust, members of the military must exhibit exemplary conduct, and are prohibited from engaging in certain expressions of political speech in uniform. Second Lieutenant Rapone's chain of command is aware of his actions and is looking into the matter.
The academy is prepared to assist the officer's chain of command as required.
USMA statement in response to social media posts by West Point graduate, 2nd Lt. Rapone - https://go.usa.gov/xRSJc
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So, while the nation has to deal with “take a knee” syndrome that’s infested sports, the last bastion of apolitical entertainment—there’s something going on at West Point. Second Lt. Spenser Rapone is an infantry officer and a member of Democratic Socialists of America. He sent some support for Colin Kaepernick via Twitter, showing him in uniform, with “communism will win” etched inside his officer’s cap. He also tweeted a photo of himself wearing a Che Guevara t-shirt under his uniform.
The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback and his national anthem antics have reached new heights since last year. Almost 150 NFL players took a knee for Sunday’s games after President Trump went after those who engage in such antics in professional sports; Trump was at an Alabama rally last Friday when he made these remarks. Law Newz was able to verify the identity of the West Point cadet, who isn’t able to answer specific questions due to him “being currently in the field.” Still, I’m pretty sure that you cannot be political while in uniform in the U.S. Military.
Rapone posts under the handle @punkproletarian and is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America.
Under the hashtag #VeteransForKaepernick, he tweeted an image of himself raising the left clenched-fist of solidarity, support and resistance as well as the message, “Communism Will Win” taped inside of his West Point uniform cap. Also visible in the photograph is Rapone’s Combat Infantryman Badge–meaning he has fought in active ground combat.
Rapone followed up his initial post with retweeted images of other #VeteransForKaepernick in their combat uniforms. LawNewz verified the legitimacy of the photograph with Rapone himself.
The site also linked to a Medium post by Rapone. Also, doesn't Rapone's cause pretty much call for the overthrow of the U.S. government and our Constitution?
How the hell did this guy get in, let alone make it to graduation?
Just damn.
I hope so. May he be fragged.
Whose appoint was he? Bernie or Al Frankenstein?
He got his free education. Now he wants out without having to do his duty that he agreed to. No honor among leftest.
Send the worthless bastard to north Korea with a one way ticket
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A good question. My guess is he’s an intelligent idiot or he wants out after his free education.
The same could be said for Obama...
Your parents just have to know a senator and you’re in like Flynn. Drum out this scum before we end up paying for his gender reassignment surgery.
It’s a scam to get out of serving. Let him do his time in prison.
>>How the hell did this guy get in, let alone make it to graduation?
He’s got a CIB and a Good Conduct Medal too.
Might I suggest that we use him in a prisoner swap with Russia. Give him up for a repressed lover of freedom. How long before this nitwit discovers that he is really a girl at heart? He’s definitely a “P——”
This just makes me want to throw up!! These people who feed off of our system and them stab them in the back! Disgusting!!
They should need no assistance.
"Conduct unbecoming" and pack your bags (including your cute little Che tee shirt).
I’d be delighted for the government pay for any Marxist to have a one way ticket a country that follows their ideology. Get them off welfare and remove a traitor.
If any Marxist would like a one way ticket to Venezuela, North Korea or Cuba be my guest.
What’s with the “do”? Is this what is normal at West Point these days?
A reduction to the rank of private and a stint at Guantanamo replacing old land mines should wipe that smirk off of his face.
The guy is a hard core communist. UCMJ action is forthcoming.
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