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Over the past few months I, along with several other User Admins, have been hit with complaints about people's behavior. Most of these reports come out of people acting disrespectfully towards another normally centered around a political post. Every day, countless posts from both sides of the political line are posted. I was hoping that after the election was over and people settled back into their routines these posts would start to dwindle in number but sadly, that isn't the case. In fact, I think people's reactions only made people want to share more. Other social media sites are covered as well but here I think it's different.
I understand that for many of you, this is your one stop shop for social media actives. And I understand that you have the right to voice your thoughts and concerns but what I don't get and what I will not tolerate is the name calling and personal attacks. I think for some of you, you are so wrapped up on what others have said or done that you yourself are losing touch with reality. Rather than finding a healthy way to express your feelings you are just so hyper-focus that it's causing damage to yourself. Some of the actions I've seen here are simply not healthy.
When RallyPoint first started. it was started to a place where service members and veterans can come to get connected with others and get answers to their questions. Now, with over 1.1 million members we are still that place but have this dirty shadow following us.
So the question I have for you, as one of the original members and as one of the Senior User Admins of this site; why are you here? Are you here to connect with your brothers and sisters-in-arms and to help provide meaningful answers to questions or are you here in some effort to spread your ideals onto others? Why do some of you feel the need to attack others just based on the fact that they voted for someone different? When will you pause and step away to realize that no one person can make American great again, to do that takes all of us. It takes all of us to come together, support the powers to be and hold them accountable as a collective body.
I understand that for many of you, this is your one stop shop for social media actives. And I understand that you have the right to voice your thoughts and concerns but what I don't get and what I will not tolerate is the name calling and personal attacks. I think for some of you, you are so wrapped up on what others have said or done that you yourself are losing touch with reality. Rather than finding a healthy way to express your feelings you are just so hyper-focus that it's causing damage to yourself. Some of the actions I've seen here are simply not healthy.
When RallyPoint first started. it was started to a place where service members and veterans can come to get connected with others and get answers to their questions. Now, with over 1.1 million members we are still that place but have this dirty shadow following us.
So the question I have for you, as one of the original members and as one of the Senior User Admins of this site; why are you here? Are you here to connect with your brothers and sisters-in-arms and to help provide meaningful answers to questions or are you here in some effort to spread your ideals onto others? Why do some of you feel the need to attack others just based on the fact that they voted for someone different? When will you pause and step away to realize that no one person can make American great again, to do that takes all of us. It takes all of us to come together, support the powers to be and hold them accountable as a collective body.
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As Sergeant Premock and others have shared, I prefer to pass on the political rants and complaints because that form is heavy elsewhere. Instead, I'm here to re-connect after many years of isolation from the military professional of all ranks and to learn what has changed since my retirement in 1980. My heart races when I encounter a fellow paratrooper from the 82nd offer comments and I wish to learn about the newer developments and language. (Are you still jumping with the MC-1 or newer models?)
Yes, I miss the Army and had wanted to go beyond my 20 years plus, but family circumstances dictated a different venue for me. I realize that I couldn't get back on jump status because of a fractured back and would end up either in another Special Security detachment or a Signal outfit as its first sergeant, which was my desire.
While on this forum, I have learned more than reckoned and I appreciate all who have offered insights of the modern-day Army. Thanks to all of you for putting aside rank for a while and communicate with others sharing the same interests. I've enjoyed the stories and events of others.
Yes, I miss the Army and had wanted to go beyond my 20 years plus, but family circumstances dictated a different venue for me. I realize that I couldn't get back on jump status because of a fractured back and would end up either in another Special Security detachment or a Signal outfit as its first sergeant, which was my desire.
While on this forum, I have learned more than reckoned and I appreciate all who have offered insights of the modern-day Army. Thanks to all of you for putting aside rank for a while and communicate with others sharing the same interests. I've enjoyed the stories and events of others.
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I am here to meet others in all services present/past, and future. I can never stop learning from others experiences. I know in the past, I was one that been attacked and dished out personal attacks and that was wrong. I learned to "grow thick skin" and I do not take anything personal (unless deals with family, there is a line that everyone knows not to cross). RP has been doing pretty good job from what I had seen. Can't remember all the rules, but I would like to suggest (if not already done) to those who violates the rules pertaining to personnel attacks (especially from a political stand point) is this 1st time-warning letter (aka counseling letter from admins). 2nd time, 30 day suspension of posting anything on RP. 3rd time - account suspended for 30-60 days. There would be a timeframe of within 6 months of each event. Example, 1st offense -1 Jan, 2nd offense - 4 April, and 3rd Offense - 1 August. Even though from the first offense to the third is 8 months, but it is within 6 months of each offense. Just my suggestion. Also, the offender would have the right to appeal the decision with the admins (that was not involve of the punishment).
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I am here to learn how to live as a civilian. How to heal. How to not be in the war daily. I am also hear to support my brothers and sisters in arms and help where I can help. Have meaningful discussions with people who understand and want to be understood. In the fox hole so to speak there are no political parties, no race, no one is better than the other. There should only be mutual respect and compassion. We all had and have a job to do. No one heals or makes it out alive unless we all do. The world will beat us up. Let’s not beat each other up. That is why I am here.
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My fellow veterans, I am here on R-P to connect with other veterans and learn of others circumstance and their way of dealing with those circumstances. I do Not want to get involved in political discussions on this site. As a matter of fact I avoid politics on this site unless it involves our military. Then I will voice my opinion in a concise and polite way, just as if I was standing alongside or in front of you discussing the subject. It also would be the least I would expect from you. So I say to you my brothers and sisters remember the manners that you were taught and treat each other as just that. Brothers and I sisters. Be well and Merry Christmas and or Happy Hanukkah.
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I’m here because it’s an electronic rally point for veterans. I like open communications, and prefer that bigots identify themselves with key statements like “black people” or “white people” or “liberals” or “conservatives “. But mostly I just enjoy hearing the guidance of (and just as telling) the questions of, military members.
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I'm a Navy Mom (oldest son went to boot camp the week after we declared war, '02 to '07), USMC Mom (youngest son enlisted after high school graduation '02 to '06), Navy Sister ('00 to present - 3 tours Iraq x2, Afghanistan), Great Niece of a WWII vet (guest of the Germans '44-'45), USMC Daughter ('60-'64), hubby attend West Point, brother-in-law went to The Citadel...and related to and friends with many other veterans. Yes, ARMY/NAVY games prove interesting around our house. Due to a medical issue, I was not able to serve.
I joined RP as a way to learn more so I can better assist any veteran in need. I'm an LCSW in Wyoming. I specialize in trauma therapies (EMDR, CBT, etc.). I have 2 trained therapy dogs (Marley and Lucy) who work with me. For Vets without insurance, I provide mental health services at low or no cost to them. I provide services to Vets' family members at reduced costs. My phone is always on (text, email, or call) and there's a pot of coffee or hot tea at the ready.
I joined RP as a way to learn more so I can better assist any veteran in need. I'm an LCSW in Wyoming. I specialize in trauma therapies (EMDR, CBT, etc.). I have 2 trained therapy dogs (Marley and Lucy) who work with me. For Vets without insurance, I provide mental health services at low or no cost to them. I provide services to Vets' family members at reduced costs. My phone is always on (text, email, or call) and there's a pot of coffee or hot tea at the ready.
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I'm here really because I miss by buddy's and that good old military camaraderie. Plus I love the discussions and being able to keep up with folks who still serve (I retired April '15). Anywho, I try to stay positive and be an encourage to all. Honestly, there have been a few times I let some left-wing type get me a little riled up and I've said some things i wish i could have a do-over on. That's been quiet a while back, tho, and I'mm steering clear of those kinds of discussions. Thanks to all admins and the others behind the scenes who make it work. I always look forward to the discussions, comments and info. Cheers and Happy Thanksgiving!!!
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I would rather be a healthy peasant than a rich king
Our Health is the greatest of all our possessions. That's why it's imperative that the VA assures that Veterans care is improved and get rid of the Manager's that are falsifying records on appointments and their facilities are providing sub par care so they can receive bonuses how selfish is that. These unscrupulous Manager's put their bonuses above the life's of Veterans. That's very cold blooded. We know that in battle serving some of us will never return home alive. However that shouldn't be case losing lives of Veterans because they couldn't get an appointment. We must contact our elected politicians and let them hear it from us that we will not stand for Veterans to continually be mistreated and receive sub par care.
Just because I receive good care from the VA facility in Martinez California. It doesn't make me feel any better knowing that somewhere out there a Veteran died because he or she couldn't get an appointment or they committed suicide because they were so frustrated with the system.
Keep in mind how long did our government deny agent orange? I wasn't there but I talked to so many guys that explained how the herbicide was all over the foliage and everything around them. Now let's fast forward almost 700,000 of us were sent to the Persian Gulf in 1991. Many returned with illnesses that couldn't be determined what they were. Headaches, nausea and rashes etc. Later to know as the Gulf War Illness. Most of the Veterans are having a heck of a time with the VA Benefits system again because the government is in denial.
This is not right it's unacceptable and should not be happening at all! Although the system has improved there is still a lot of work to be done. Again I say we as brothers and sisters we must hold these so called Veteran friendly Politicians accountable to deliver not on promises but on what's right. Let's not let them continue to play Russian roulette with our health care. Because our health is the main source off our wealth!
Peace!
Our Health is the greatest of all our possessions. That's why it's imperative that the VA assures that Veterans care is improved and get rid of the Manager's that are falsifying records on appointments and their facilities are providing sub par care so they can receive bonuses how selfish is that. These unscrupulous Manager's put their bonuses above the life's of Veterans. That's very cold blooded. We know that in battle serving some of us will never return home alive. However that shouldn't be case losing lives of Veterans because they couldn't get an appointment. We must contact our elected politicians and let them hear it from us that we will not stand for Veterans to continually be mistreated and receive sub par care.
Just because I receive good care from the VA facility in Martinez California. It doesn't make me feel any better knowing that somewhere out there a Veteran died because he or she couldn't get an appointment or they committed suicide because they were so frustrated with the system.
Keep in mind how long did our government deny agent orange? I wasn't there but I talked to so many guys that explained how the herbicide was all over the foliage and everything around them. Now let's fast forward almost 700,000 of us were sent to the Persian Gulf in 1991. Many returned with illnesses that couldn't be determined what they were. Headaches, nausea and rashes etc. Later to know as the Gulf War Illness. Most of the Veterans are having a heck of a time with the VA Benefits system again because the government is in denial.
This is not right it's unacceptable and should not be happening at all! Although the system has improved there is still a lot of work to be done. Again I say we as brothers and sisters we must hold these so called Veteran friendly Politicians accountable to deliver not on promises but on what's right. Let's not let them continue to play Russian roulette with our health care. Because our health is the main source off our wealth!
Peace!
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