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It seems Rally Point is becoming a place where we place thought provoking / controversial point of view questions IOT get points. I'd like to see it go back to questions about uniforms / boots / Soldier issues, not questions about CINC / SCOTUS decisions that are not our concern as Soldiers. Let's get back on track please.
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While I agree that some of the conversation topics are missing the point, I ask you with all due respect MSG Phil Herndon that not all members of the RallyPoint community are still serving. Therefore, there are some topics that we as Veterans like to discuss and share information about that doesn't concern uniforms, boots, and/or Soldier Issues.
I also think it is good for the moral of the users of this site to have a place where we can share some funny things and just enjoy a fun, respectful, and entertaining discussion with our brothers and sisters-in-arms as well.
I also think it is good for the moral of the users of this site to have a place where we can share some funny things and just enjoy a fun, respectful, and entertaining discussion with our brothers and sisters-in-arms as well.
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I think that "2LT saluting the 1LT" tears at the ideology of what we omit to be trivial but yet strife is shown on various levels as what is thought to be common place is anything but.
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COL Vincent Stoneking
LTC Paul Labrador
Getting a lot of my thumbs up today. I would rather see a vibrant site that discusses everything under the sun with commentary by people in the profession of arms than a "by the regs professional" military site that has tumbleweeds blowing down the street.
Especially now that I can make threads that I'm not interested in disappear in a puff of logic.
Getting a lot of my thumbs up today. I would rather see a vibrant site that discusses everything under the sun with commentary by people in the profession of arms than a "by the regs professional" military site that has tumbleweeds blowing down the street.
Especially now that I can make threads that I'm not interested in disappear in a puff of logic.
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SGT James P. Davidson, MSM
I have to agree that, while some of these topics are not 'relevant' to the permissible expressions of personal opinions of service members, it is EXTREMELY important to remember that those in uniform are not members of Congress.
Okay, I'll explain:
Every last service member, unless he or she dies in service, will have to live under these laws and with these Court decisions at some point in life, and the family-members who otherwise live in the 'civilian' world, currently have to live with them.
As well, many of these laws and decisions are in direct conflict with the Constitution, of which we all, current or former, are sworn to uphold and defend.
That said, 'irrelevant' is 'entertainment', not POTUS, SCOTUS, or anything else along those lines.
Okay, I'll explain:
Every last service member, unless he or she dies in service, will have to live under these laws and with these Court decisions at some point in life, and the family-members who otherwise live in the 'civilian' world, currently have to live with them.
As well, many of these laws and decisions are in direct conflict with the Constitution, of which we all, current or former, are sworn to uphold and defend.
That said, 'irrelevant' is 'entertainment', not POTUS, SCOTUS, or anything else along those lines.
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I am still in the military and frankly tend to dodge discussions about the same tired APFT/Uniform/Promotion points quibbles where people want to know why they can't be a special little snowflake.
As for current events, first and foremost, we absolutely need to be informed on these issues and discussing them is a great way to get more depth than a 2 minute sound bite on the news (or Comedy Central, or where ever you hear it). Additionally, as service members, we have a unique take. Some of us have btdt, some of us are there and doing it right now. I have 100 times more desire to read and discuss these things with you guys than my civilian family and friends.
As for current events, first and foremost, we absolutely need to be informed on these issues and discussing them is a great way to get more depth than a 2 minute sound bite on the news (or Comedy Central, or where ever you hear it). Additionally, as service members, we have a unique take. Some of us have btdt, some of us are there and doing it right now. I have 100 times more desire to read and discuss these things with you guys than my civilian family and friends.
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Cpl Glynis Sakowicz
There are so many things that family, even those you love, just don't 'get', and after a while, you feel as if you're holding all sorts of things in, because its easier than getting those blank looks. No one else understands some things than those who have walked the walk, and sometimes, those "THINGS" are idiotic... like bellowing "Make a hole.." as you move thru a crowd... or saying "Belay that.." and realizing no one around you understands. We need to connect to someone who DOES understand now and then.
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LCpl Steve Wininger
Great points CPL sakowicz. Some things family, unless they have served, just don't get. I also think there are times that they have so little idea what we are talking about, they would prefer we change the subject. Not saying they don't care, they just don't always understand.
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MSG Phil Herndon I understand your concern, and the point of your question. Uniforms, boots, service member issues are very important topics. I have been away from active duty for over twenty five years and I like to read the forums to bring myself up to speed on the latest happenings are far as military regs, and issues within each service.
However, i respectfully disagree with the premise of your question that RallyPoint is not on track. The mix of active duty and veteran members makes RallyPoint a unique site. We can learn from each other and share experiences both from an inside/outside the service perspective.
Also, one must realize that some service members are in the reserve components and issues on both sides of the fence concern them.
As for "soldier issues", i would add that POTUS, SCOTUS, and other political issue do concern everyone that serves. Thought provoking and controversial conversation is good for the mind. It helps us all to learn from each other and gives everyone an opportunity to speak their mind in a respectful way. I have had similar controversial discussions in forums outside RP, and they all sound like the political mudslinging campaigns.
RP has made it easier to focus on on specific issues so you can avoid conversations that do not interest you. I think RP is right on track by offering such diversity of topics and the ability for all ranks of all services, active/reserve/veteran, to engage in meaningful, controversial, and thought provoking conversation.
However, i respectfully disagree with the premise of your question that RallyPoint is not on track. The mix of active duty and veteran members makes RallyPoint a unique site. We can learn from each other and share experiences both from an inside/outside the service perspective.
Also, one must realize that some service members are in the reserve components and issues on both sides of the fence concern them.
As for "soldier issues", i would add that POTUS, SCOTUS, and other political issue do concern everyone that serves. Thought provoking and controversial conversation is good for the mind. It helps us all to learn from each other and gives everyone an opportunity to speak their mind in a respectful way. I have had similar controversial discussions in forums outside RP, and they all sound like the political mudslinging campaigns.
RP has made it easier to focus on on specific issues so you can avoid conversations that do not interest you. I think RP is right on track by offering such diversity of topics and the ability for all ranks of all services, active/reserve/veteran, to engage in meaningful, controversial, and thought provoking conversation.
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