If you are in a High School ROTC Unit and routinely wear uniform items out in the public and receive free comps, are you stealing valor?

In my mind, this is not a case of Stolen Valor. The young man is evidently proud that he's a part of JROTC and he rightfully should be. However, to accept the gifts is a foul. He should respectfully decline the offer and explain that he is not a veteran and that he would be doing a disservice to those who are if he were to accept. I'm pretty sure that those who are offering the item would understand and have a much greater respect for him. Just my 2C worth.

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Great answer

He's not asking. People are making assumptions.
Maybe we should Chase him down and video bash him.
(Why does it bother y'all so much that wanna b's get what you don't ask for. )

Probably if he accepts it. As a cadet it's fine if he publicly wears the uniform but cannot present himself as a service member.

Hmmm... My local high schools all wear their uni's "out and about" several days during each week. Normally Fridays and Mondays. Never heard of it being illegal to do so. Kids walking home from school may stop at a McDonalds or two on their way home. I see them in stores as well.

Yes

I would say yes.