Do you think it is appropriate for retired military leaders to publicly endorse political candidates?

Yes, I believe once you have served it is very appropriate to publicly endorse a political candidate. It shows that they reflect the values that that military leader has. Now, not all of us have the same ideals but we can see in some candidates what we believe are good for our cause. That is what makes our country so great especially if you've served. I think if you have served, your voice should be taken more seriously than those who have had no skin in the game.

If one is on active duty, they should refrain from endorsements. However, if they are retired or out of service, they may exercise their rights to campaign, endorse or even run for public off. After all that's what we serve for.

Retiring clears you to endorse who you wish. If you endorse someone who is ready to cut the military even more, I will have trouble respecting anyone like that. Again you can endorse whom ever you want as long as you are retired.

Retired military have spent decades defending the Constitutional right of citizens to practice the liberties written therein. Retired military leaders not only have the same rights as others, they also understand by personal experience, the cost to exercise the same freedoms they defended on behalf of the nation.

These men and women have been near the levers of power and understand better than any civilian the stakes in the political landscape. They know full well when recommendations are made to the president and what he decides to do. A case in point; A new general was being interviewed by the congressional committee to be come the next commander in Afghanistan as the draw down was under way. He was asked how many different withdrawal plans they submitted to POTUS, when the number was given he was asked "Was the plan implemented by the president one recommended by the generals. After an uncomfortable silence the general said "No."

I believe no one should be denied their first amendment rights whether they are active or retired. You are fighting for preservation of the constitution.

Why not? They are retired and now living as a civilian. They have the right to endorse whom ever they like just like anyone else. You have put in your time. Speak your peace.

Really, are we really talking politely? BENGHAZI, NO really?

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If they are retired from service, yes they are only exercising their first amendment rights.