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I can't talk to my brothers, my parents or my coworkers about politics. My dad was a conservative his whole life, but now when I make comments that would have pleased him years ago, he just goes silent.

After our last FReep of the A.N.S.W.E.R. group in Hollywood, I wrote him and email about what they stand for, and how our group had gone down to counter their actions. I never heard back from him on the topic.

This really saddens me, but there isn't anything I can do about it. My brother works for the LAUSD and is a member of their union. As far as politics goes, he's a total write-off.

This information is seemingly off topic, but I want you to think about it. There are times in life when it's best to just keep your lips closed and go about your business. Transfers come and transfers go. He won't always have to put up with this.

You really have to feel people out before you empty your soul on them. You just can't expect everyone to agree with your views. At work I listen to the staff and most of them love the democrats. It would be pointless for me to start a situation there.

Your son is going to have to bite his upper lip until he is in a position where those around him have a clue.

I wish him well. I am so sorry he's having to go through this. I would like to think every sailor was a conservative, but sadly they all aren't.

Sorry to hear about your sons troubles. I hope he doesn't think these few idiots he knows are what represent the United States Navy. When I served in the Navy during the 70's & 80's we had our share of trouble makers. I had the tar whipped out of me a few times by some boys from Alabama, just because I was a "damn Yankee". I got even later when I became a Petty Officer and stood Shore Patrol duty and got to help drag those same drunk redneck pukes from the off-limit bars back to the Brigg. I have also met some of the best friends of my life in the Navy, All conservative. So tell him to hang in there. I don't think the navy has changed that much since I've been in, except now they allow women on board and the jets are prettier.

Transfers come and transfers go. He won't always have to put up with this.

Best advice I've seen so far on this thread.

Maybe I'm just a little grumpy after seeing all the Navy bashing on this thread, but I'm thinking if the kid is looking of geting out just because he can't handle a couple of a$$holes (whether they be liberals or any other kind of a$$holes), then maybe he should get out.

All you guys who think there's no liberals in the Army need to read the letters section in Stars and Stripes lately.