Can you be so focused on inclusivity that it results in more division and hate?

I'm just sick and tired of the military being used as a platform for social expirementation by our civilian leadership to push their political agendas.

The problem with concepts of "inclusion" and "diversity" is that one side does not respect inclusion and diversity of thought only skin color and ethnic background. So if you dare promote an alternative thought, you are a hate filled racists / misogynist. Can't have a dialogue if one side starts shouting ... screaming at the other. That's why I think the whole concept is a waste of time and counter productive.

You hit the nail on the head.

Isn't that what PC is all about?

Good point! If you put yourself on an "Inclusivity scale" You might seem more extremist than others.

When I served, we ate, slept, worked, drank, pulled duty and played ball with folks "not like us" We knew we were of different stock but we didn't dwell on it and the mission was accomplished. I get the impression that in our current military, social trainers continue to "poke the bear" thinking that the bear will enjoy it or become a different bear. The truth is the bear either goes back to sleep or else wants to eat everyone in the room.....

I think this election has proven my point.

it isn't hate only officers think it's because they caused it in their command they had and turn around and call for the good of the service. if they don't want hate maybe they should appolizicefor their actions and try to reverse what they have done. it's all on you Captain edward t ciliberti

I believe it is causing more problems than fixing. We will never all be the same, thank God, and why should we. You will become stale lose any incentive to do more. Being different is part of being American.

The military is supposed to be a reflection of the society it serves.
There have been a lot of changes in US society over the years. All the military can do is try its best to match. Some people accept and adapt. Some people put up a fight for what they don't like and feel is right (this should be done through the correct political channels).
No system is perfect but inclusivity and diversity make teams stronger, not weaker. Yes, personalities, beliefs, prejudices, stereotypes; multitudes of paradigms will inevitably cause problems.
At the end of the day people have to learn how to get along with differences and get the job done together as one team, one nation, one military. Being PC aids in accomplishing the mission.