“he signed up for service.”
And why should that negate his political views? His ONLY obligation is to obey his orders, not become a silent slave.
I have never agreed with shutting down the military voice. All kinds of people spend money to influence the Congress and the President, yet, the very people whose lives are at stake get no voice at all. I am sure this is not what the founders had in mind for a national military. They wanted the States to have a say and the State militaries always had a say.
As part of the Communist takeover of this country they have silenced the members of the military and made laws to shut them up. Who better to know the ramifications of military use than the military? Yet, the Commies don’t want to hear from them.
Ever notice in our history that is has always been a Democrap Commie that got us entangled into war and it is always the Democrap that wants people to just shut up and do as they are told?
I have never agreed with shutting down the military voice. All kinds of people spend money to influence the Congress and the President, yet, the very people whose lives are at stake get no voice at all. I am sure this is not what the founders had in mind for a national military. They wanted the States to have a say and the State militaries always had a say.
As part of the Communist takeover of this country they have silenced the members of the military and made laws to shut them up. Who better to know the ramifications of military use than the military? Yet, the Commies don’t want to hear from them.
Excellent points, I agree 100%.
“His ONLY obligation is to obey his orders, not become a silent slave.”
You are incorrect. He has to follow the UCMJ. That means to political statements in uniform. It doesn’t matter if you or I like/agree with it.
“And why should that negate his political views? His ONLY obligation is to obey his orders, not become a silent slave.”
Because voicing your political views causes dissension and is bad for unit cohesion. It was NOT allowed when I was serving, lo these many years ago, and should not be allowed now. When you enter service you take the oath and you also sign a contract. You have to follow the rules or suffer the consequences.
I agree with their sentiments but you just can’t do it.