As I said earlier, I have a stake in this as far as military matters go....I don’t take this lightly.
Me, too. I’m coping with my son’s desire to serve in the Marines or the Army after sixteen years of infertility treatment to produce him (and, only him). I have one MAJOR stake in this one. It had better be someone who can equip and protect my most precious child or I’m gonna’ be one mean momma. He’s back and forth between the Marines and the Army recruiting offices every other day and wants to sign up as soon as he completes his education (sooner, if I’d let him). He loves his country and wants to serve a higher calling. I’m proud and terrified.
What happened over 30 years ago has nothing to do with what needs to be done in the here and now. I do not take this lightly either. Our son served in Iraq and we also have other family members and friends who are serving. The Democrats have done everything they can possibly do to undermine the WOT, Iraq, Afghanistan, our military and their missions. I won’t abandon our troops to the Dems by placing my personal wishlist on social issues above what is in their best interest.