[Tailgunner Joe]

Female soldiers should have to pass the same physical tests as males, and no we should not lower the standars for everyone in order to encourage this not-so-affirmative action.

[TalBlack]

In that case there would be no woman in combat. The dimissal that there is anything unique about men is astounding. I guess ALL of history must bow to YOUR intellect and understanding. Oh what a frikin' TRAVESTY!

[Paul C. Jesup]

Female soldiers should have to pass the same physical tests as males, and no we should not lower the standars for everyone in order to encourage this not-so-affirmative action.

And then we should allow the women who pass those standards into combat, because they have PROVEN that they are able to handle it.

[dark_lord]

Female soldiers should have to pass the same physical tests as males, and no we should not lower the standards for everyone in order to encourage this not-so-affirmative action.

I concur with this. But be aware that the vast majority of service positions don't require the ability to wrestle a grizzly down 2 out of 3! In reality most service positions require a certain level of physical fitness that is above that of the civilian population, but not extreme. 80% of women can meet these criteria without lowering standards. Techs, clerks, and mechs don't need to pass the SEAL test.