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Posted on Aug 11, 2017
Do the American public trust Veterans or fear Veterans?
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MSG Anthony DiFondi The folks that confronted me at airports and asked me how many babies had I killed, or told me to repent for my sins, etc., were maggots as far as I am concerned. I have no use for protestors. Many Americans have no feelings either way, but there are many that support veterans. I have always worn a Marine Corps ball cap, because I am proud of my service and my country. For those that do not like my cap, I am not losing any sleep. Like most veterans, I try and live a good life and help my community.
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SFC Scott Parkhurst
I've gotten a lot more positives then negatives. The worse I ever had was when I was chosen to be a Grand Marshall in a Town that is known for hating the Military. But I said yes as a favor to the Mayor. I heard a few "baby killer" and some other stuff....I just remained very calm and professional which actually paid off cause some people commented on it. I only felt bad cause I then realized how it really must have felt for the Vietnam Vets. But all in all, I at least get mostly good compliments and high fives.
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I don't think most Americans give any thought to veterans as a group in terms of being a member of that group conveying trust or distrust. It's more just an individual thing about whether they trust individuals they know who happen to be veterans.
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It would be hard to say. Only seven percent of Americans have served in the military. I think there is are pseudo-patriots who talk a lot about the military but have no idea what they are talking about.
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From what I can tell the American public not only trust veterans they appreciate their service. I highly support veterans as many individuals do where I work
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How do I know he/she is a Veteran? If it is a cap or T shirt boasting about his supposed machismo or threatening something I'll pass.
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Both. Some have much respect. Some just don't understand, and don't want to, and think we are crazy.
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Trust or Fear? Depends on what part of the country you're talking about. Majority of the country probably trusts--or at least appreciates--veterans. The only segment of the population I've heard say they fear me, and have considered me a potential terrorist, are certain politicians. Like former DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano.
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