What do you think of this photo? Appropriate or not?

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:04:31 -0500

Should this airman receive any disciplinary action?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:06 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:06:05 -0500

... Oh dear

Response by CSM Michael Poll made Feb 14 at 2014 5:06 PM

CSM Michael Poll — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:06:16 -0500

Completely disgracful.... I cannot understand what is going through this SR Airmans mind.....

Response by SSG Andrew Dydasco made Feb 14 at 2014 5:06 PM

SSG Andrew Dydasco — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:06:36 -0500

Downright disrespectful and absolutely inappropriate.

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Feb 14 at 2014 5:06 PM

Maj Chris Nelson — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:06:54 -0500

I don't feel that it is respectable, but in my opinion, disciplanry action should be reserved to "on the spot correction".  If you know this young airman, may counsel her on appropriate photos and even more importantly, publishing them for viewing....

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:30 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:30:10 -0500

And a Senior Airman should know better in whatever context.   This is just wrong.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:30 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:30:53 -0500

Save it for civvies, if you're in uniform act like you have some sense and carry yourself with a bit of professionalism. I'm not advocating for that behavior in civilians either but at bare minimum don't do it in uniform. It is also disrespecting everything that the image stands for.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:32 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:32:18 -0500

Definitely need to find out who is her Chain of Command. That is very disrespectful and very distasteful. During this time of fighting off the garbage within our ranks, this comes out. Personally, I would say to kick her out.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:51 PM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:51:57 -0500

Despicable and completely disrespectful. I would definitely do some on the spot correction or if I knew this person have them on the carpet for a good explanation of her actions.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 5:54 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 17:54:47 -0500

I see this as definitely disrespectful and inappropriate, and I believe that the person who snapped the photo and essentially took part in it should also be corrected. In other words, if you see a wrong and stand back and do nothing, you are just as wrong.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 6:04 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:04:30 -0500

WHISKEY, TANGO, FOXTROT!!!! This is totally inappropriate, especially since she's in uniform. What's the deal with the black and blue rope- is she part of an Honor Guard? From this picture, I'm thinking more like "Dishonor Guard".

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 6:04 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:04:57 -0500

In this age of mass communication, images of all sorts of
oddities emerge.    People often perform acts of questionable behavior
on regular basis.  Those actions can blow
up to mammoth proportions, especially when context cannot be seen by the
observer.  There is no doubt in my mind
this airman was, at that moment, probably acting “Silly” with friends etc.  I am also sure this airman did not set out to
perform a disrespectful act, nor offend anyone with her actions.  However, this photo with no context will most
certainly be viewed as inappropriate, at best. 
  We have to be more aware of the possibility of
our actions being misconstrued by others. 
It has become a necessity to become aware of our actions both out of
uniform and the amplification of those same actions while in uniform.  In my opinion, disciplinary actions for this
airman should be restricted to counseling on both behavior, and the importance
of some of our military icons.  In
addition, I would probably have that airman research the National League of POW
/ MIA and provide me with a report of that organizations’ complete history and
current activities.  Maybe a little volunteer
work wouldn't be completely out of the question either.

Response by SSG V. Michelle Woods made Feb 14 at 2014 6:08 PM

SSG V. Michelle Woods — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:08:29 -0500

As a photojournalist, I would say I highly doubt this picture has been photoshopped considering you can see her reflection in the paint. <div> </div><div>Disciplinary action should be to ship her ass off to France! Absolutely NOT an on the spot correction scenario! </div>

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 6:11 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:11:45 -0500

I'm glad the Internet wasn't big when I was a Joe.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 6:35 PM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:35:29 -0500

If this hasn't been reported it should be.  This is a disgrace.  Does anyone know who she is and her unit???  We have plenty of Officers on this site who can push this up the ladder and square this away.  

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 6:37 PM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:37:59 -0500

This is a serious mistake. You have to ask her what she was thinking. Does she have any clue what these symbols represent? Does she have any clue how these men (and very few women) suffered over many years in captivity, struggled to keep oral record of who was interned with them, struggled to communicate covertly with each other, and all too often died from disease, wounds, cruelty, or torture. Obviously, for someome in the uniform to behave this way, to photograph another behaving this way, and more to the point to publish this behavior to the world incuding enemies who may use it in efforts to break the will of other prisoners, we need to understand her, educate and punish as appropriate.

This makes me very angry. But, she seems clueless. Someone must talk with her first.

Response by A1C Michael David Severson made Feb 14 at 2014 6:56 PM

A1C Michael David Severson — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:56:26 -0500

It shows poor judgment, a lack of respect, and moral restraint.

As for disciplinary action, since it is not the the Stars and Stripes, etc., it likely does not constitute any violations of the UCMJ. It DOES violate good taste (no pun intended, seriously!), common sense, and basic intelligence.

It also suggests a lack of a love life, as obviated by the lack of precious metal and jewels on her left hand that is visible. That might also be a reflection of her character as addressed above.

Some counseling from someone with appropriate credentials would be in order also.

Response by SSgt George Brown made Feb 14 at 2014 7:00 PM

SSgt George Brown — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:00:06 -0500

Was it published somewhere?  If not, it is boneheaded, no disciplinary action is warranted, however, if it was published, with her consent, she should be called onto the carpet.

Response by SFC James Baber made Feb 14 at 2014 7:12 PM

SFC James Baber — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:12:47 -0500

As a veteran of multiple timeframes of the military from the early 80s through the end of the 1st decade of the millennium I have had many friends who were POWs from Vietnam, and have lost many other friends from Desert Storm, Somalia, Bosnia, Kosovo, 9/11, OEF, OIF so this is a total display of disrespect and disloyalty to the uniform of every branch and of anyone who has ever worn the uniform and given the ultimate sacrifice for the uniform and this country. If this was the old school military this Airman would be receiving some wall to wall counseling for a start along with some other choice activities, but since we are now in the current PC weak senior leadership military that allows our benefits and resources to be stripped on a regular basis without a fight, the minimum this SM needs is UCMJ from the field grade level. And it wouldn't matter if the photo is old or from yesterday, any act that is detrimental to the esprit de corps of the military and disloyal to military service I believe has no statute of limitations as it could be classified under an act of treason to all that have ever served and sacrificed that this symbol represents, and if it doesn't I do believe that all military crimes do also allow for up to 2 or 3 years to charge and prosecute from time of action as well. This airman who is wearing NCO stripes and an honor guard rope has no respect for the uniform or her job as she clearly display and has no place in MY military today or anytime as far as I am concerned and anyone who thinks all she deserves is a good talking to I would question their loyalties to their comrades in arms as well, anyone that has lost any brothers or sisters would never even suggest a counseling of this SM, only someone that has never experience the realities of losing comrades in combat or a real deployment would suggest such a thing, this is a very emotional and passionate issue to me and all my fallen brothers and sisters of the past that have given their all for those of us still here and able to fight and defend them.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 7:18 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:18:45 -0500

Yes, she should receive disciiplinary action, and it's probably forthcoming. It's in the Army Times already.

http://www.armytimes.com/article/20140214/NEWS/302140019/Photo-airman-kissing-POW-MIA-symbol-causes-uproar

Photo of airman kissing POW-MIA symbol causes uproar

A picture showing a woman wearing an Air Force uniform tongue-kissing a Prisoner of War-Missing in Action symbol has gone viral, infuriating bloggers and veterans.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 7:30 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:30:45 -0500

Kill it with fire!

Response by SGT Larry "Teruji" Sakai made Feb 14 at 2014 7:31 PM

SGT Larry "Teruji" Sakai — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:31:46 -0500

Not appropriate at all in or out of uniform but more so in uniform.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 7:41 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:41:35 -0500

I am in shock that she is an E4 with a Black Rope. That means she is in Technical training somewhere. Anyone with a rope is supposed to be a "student leader", but this woman is just wrong. She needs to be disciplined, no questions asked. The photographer should also be disciplined, just as harshly.

Response by SrA Amanda L. made Feb 14 at 2014 7:47 PM

SrA Amanda L. — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:47:56 -0500

A SrA should definitely know what is appropriate or not. This is just complete disrespect and this Airman needs to be corrected immediately, along with the photographer.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 7:50 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:50:09 -0500

My take on this is that it shows exceedingly poor taste, disrespect for what the logo symbolizes, and goes against the Air Force Core Values specifically, self-respect, humility, integrity, discipline and respect for others.  I don't know if there is a violation of any Air Force regulation or not but certainly this is an act which can bring shame on a unit and disrupt unit function and esprit de corps.  She definitely needs to be sanctioned in some way.  I certainly hope that she sees some of the outrage she has caused and does some self-reflecting on who she is and what kind of airman she wants to be.  She also likely has some inner issues she has yet to resolve and would probably benefit from some counseling as well.

Response by 1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 7:50 PM

1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:50:54 -0500

I'm sure some of our USAF brothers who're SERE graduates will address this, and the photographer too I hope. What's up with the rope?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 8:46 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 20:46:38 -0500

This is most definitely not within the standards of good order and discipline. This airman as well as the person who took the photo (if they are military) should be disciplined for their disrespectful and ignorant behavior. I would just like to know what was going on in their minds when doing this because it's not funny and it's not cute. Joking around with a symbol that has been associated with prisoners of war, which we do have (SGT Bowe Bergdahl in case some of you didn't know) and all of those who never made it home is beyond wrong. If she can't have respect for her brothers and sisters in arms, than she has no place in our military. Exit stage right.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 9:14 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 21:14:32 -0500

just like those two idiots who took the pic at Arlington, very very disrespectful.

Response by SSgt James Stanley made Feb 14 at 2014 9:23 PM

SSgt James Stanley — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 21:23:52 -0500

Definitely conduct unbecoming a Senior Airman. I would say that disciplinary action should be forthcoming. The photographer should not be held guiltless either.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 10:14 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 22:14:58 -0500

Just chapter her out, and the person that took the picture. She will never be able to lead in the military.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 14 at 2014 11:17 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 23:17:21 -0500

I'm speechless about this photo, completely speechless. I can't imagine this going unpunished. Especially with it on the Army Times web site. Wow. I don't understand what goes through peoples heads sometimes. 

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 12:03 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 00:03:05 -0500

i honestly don't see what this person thought it would be funny about this at all. its completely disrespectful and it paints a negative image on the air force and the us military. so in short ucmj all the way. 

Response by SGT Weston Berry made Feb 15 at 2014 2:10 AM

SGT Weston Berry — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 02:10:53 -0500

I feel like social media training is very important in today's Army (and society in general) because this photo is pretty much everywhere now and it will be forever. The internet doesn't forget. It's not like the old days where CSM would roll up on you doing something bad and hell fire would rain down through the immediate chain. This is comparable to a straight up H-Bomb. The President of the United States can now read about this in the Army Times. What kind of precedent does this set? A simple on the spot correction by the camera man could have saved this airmen's butt. Now she is in for a world of hurt even though both of these soldiers are in the wrong. The camera man is just as much in the wrong as the soldier committing the act. Who in their right mind would post this picture on social media?

Response by GySgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 2:51 AM

GySgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 02:51:11 -0500

Burn that nasty Airman!

Response by SSG Shawn M. made Feb 15 at 2014 3:43 AM

SSG Shawn M. — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 03:43:25 -0500

Definitely not appropriate! But ignorance is bliss. I'm pretty sure she had no idea what this picture represented or obviously she wouldn't do it. So I am going to be one of the few to say no disciplinary action. Now that doesn't mean I don't think she shouldn't be counseled and I think some good corrective action would be to educate her soldiers on the history of military POW's.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 10:19 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 10:19:24 -0500

What this Service Member has done not only has disrespected Soldiers Missing In Action from ALL Wars, but her branch of Service as well. The Army/Air force Times have stated that disciplinary action will be taken against this SM. This was a very bad and distasteful picture even IF this was a joke.

Response by SFC James Baber made Feb 15 at 2014 10:35 AM

SFC James Baber — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 10:35:37 -0500

Just a quick update, in an article in Stars & Stripes, a PAO from Fairchild AFB even outed her information in the article and confirmed the investigation has been started as of yesterday morning.

http://www.stripes.com/news/us/air-force-will-take-appropriate-action-over-viral-pow-mia-emblem-photo-1.267780

Air Force will take ‘appropriate action’ over viral POW/MIA emblem photo

The Air Force is “disappointed” in the airman who appeared in a photo that is being circulated of her posing with her tongue in the mouth of the prisoner of war depicted on the iconic black-and-white ...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 10:56 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 10:56:32 -0500

I believe this photo shows various levels to her ignorance as an Airman. First it is extremely untasteful to pose in the manner in which she is posing while in uniform. Second I really dont believe that she understands the traumatic experiences that many military veterans and their families went through and still are going through. Her leadership really needs to reach a learning point because she may not know or understand how a childish moment can not only embarass her but her entire branch as well. My suggestions would be a summarized Article 15 with an extensive amount of research on POW-MIA accompanied by a presentation during the month that particularly celebrates the remembrance.

Response by MCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 11:36 AM

MCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 11:36:24 -0500

This is completely "inappropriate" and seems to be the norm for our younger generation.  The way to fix this is to go back to teaching the heritage of our services and impressing upon them at every opportunity that we "the current service members, E-1 to O-10 are the ones who must keep those traditions of the past SACRED!"  If the NCO's and Senior Leadership aren't setting the example this behavior will continue.  I also think that having this member research and present training to her fellow Airmen vice NJP is the more "appropriate" way to fix this lack of respect.  It makes them learn their history, teach some to their peers, and maybe makes them see how disrespectful this was in the first place.  A little humility goes a long ways......

Response by SSG Robert Burns made Feb 15 at 2014 12:01 PM

SSG Robert Burns — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 12:01:30 -0500

What could POSSIBLY be "appropriate" about this picture? I would consider rewording the question.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 3:28 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:28:06 -0500

Inappropriate and disrespectful, definitely a failure in judgment. I concur with SGT Lee, if the photographer is military then that person should also be held accountable. I'm not sure we need to punish as much as we need to correct. Even in this age of draw down, let's not be so hasty to throw the baby our with the bath water. Investigate, see if there are other incidents, if this a part of a pattern of behavior or isolated case of misjudgment. It's not like she got a DUI and killed someone, but it is very disrespectful.

Response by MSG David Schoolfield made Feb 15 at 2014 6:15 PM

MSG David Schoolfield — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 18:15:10 -0500

Yes, I believe disciplinary actions would be appropriate for this Staff Sergeant and the service member that took the picture. This is a sign of disrespect, immaturity and how a Non-Commissioned Officer should not conduct his/herself.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 7:32 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:32:24 -0500

I think that was disrespectful and the Service Member should be disciplined. At the same time we need to go back to some of the past ways of training. When I completed Basic Training and AIT in 1994 a had respect for the uniform. Due to the war many service members have been pushed thru training and have had promotions handed to them to keep numbers up. Now that the war is coming to an end it is up to us that were in the military pre OIF/OEF to to teach the younger generationof troops or those that do not have garrison experience how to carry and conduct themselves.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 7:41 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:41:27 -0500

This should cover it.

UCMJ Article 134:

Though not specifically mentioned in this chapter, all disorders and neglects to the prejudice of good order and discipline in the armed forces, all conduct of a nature to bring discredit upon the armed forces, and crimes and offenses not capital, of which persons subject to this chapter may be guilty, shall be taken cognizance of by a general, special or summary court-martial, according to the nature and degree of the offense, and shall be punished at the discretion of that court.

It is ironic that this Airman is disrespecting the POW/MIA symbol, as a great many USAF members were shot down during the Vietnam War.

This Airman should be made an example of what NOT to do, as in disrespecting those who have come before and sacrificed.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 7:46 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:46:18 -0500

While I believe that this photo brings disgrace to the Air Force, at what point is punishment warranted, and what is the goal? The photo was taken 3 years ago, since then the Airmen has been promoted and has apparently performed well. UCMJ shouldn't be used as "revenge", but as a chance to correct the flaws in our Service Members.

If a Soldier makes a mistake and spends the next 3 years doing the right thing, is it beneficial to punish the Soldier for that mistake 3 years after the fact?

Response by SGT Richard Jacobs made Feb 15 at 2014 8:03 PM

SGT Richard Jacobs — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 20:03:38 -0500

VERY inappropriate! No respect!

Response by SSG William Patton made Feb 15 at 2014 8:55 PM

SSG William Patton — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 20:55:56 -0500

This behavior is in bad taste. An NCO should be a role model for lower ranks and the behavior demonstrated by this woman is a disgrace to the Air Force. The silloutte is illustrating a sacred topic to all servicemen and women and that is those who have been lost or left behind and their status cannot be upgraded due to little or no information. These are our missing and POWS and we hold their memories very sacred. I had an uncle, my dad's oldest brother, who was MIA for 56 years. In 2001 his body was recovered still strapped in the cockpit of his P-51 Mustang, in a bog in Northern France. All his immediate family died not knowing what happened to him and arranging for his burial with military honors fell to nieces and nephews, which were were proud and honored to do. Having personal experience with an MIA makes her behavior even more of a slap in the face because she fails to honor the sacrifice made by those who have not returned.

Response by SGT John Rice made Feb 15 at 2014 9:06 PM

SGT John Rice — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:06:21 -0500

To me this photo shows a service member being totally disrespectful to the memory of those who served and never returned. She and the photographer should be disciplined. Sadly though I doubt any action will be taken.

Response by SGT Steven Ransbottom made Feb 15 at 2014 9:18 PM

SGT Steven Ransbottom — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:18:31 -0500

Simple - Yes

Response by SGT Eric Carlos made Feb 15 at 2014 9:19 PM

SGT Eric Carlos — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:19:06 -0500

Absolutely disrespectful

Response by SSgt Mike Mead made Feb 15 at 2014 9:20 PM

SSgt Mike Mead — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:20:44 -0500

100% without question out of line in or out of uniform.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 15 at 2014 9:52 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:52:16 -0500

This was so disrespectful. And I have a great uncle who is a MIA and this just infuriated me. I wanted so bad to blast her but figured her karma is coming to her. So inappropriate to do to such a respectable piece of our military.

Response by SPC Michael Wright made Feb 15 at 2014 10:13 PM

SPC Michael Wright — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 22:13:44 -0500

No--show some respect

Response by SPC(P) Veronica King made Feb 15 at 2014 10:38 PM

SPC(P) Veronica King — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 22:38:16 -0500

I believe that she is under some type of UCMJ very inappropriate

Response by Capt Perry Bell made Feb 15 at 2014 10:51 PM

Capt Perry Bell — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 22:51:54 -0500

Send her over to Afghanistan post haste, and allow her to be captured by the Taliban and see what she would think of that. A total offense to the man whose name I have worn on my wrist since 1971...John W. Kennedy, POW, Viet Nam.

Response by SPC Christina H. made Feb 15 at 2014 11:14 PM

SPC Christina H. — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 23:14:41 -0500

SHE, like many other MEN and WOMEN before her, have shown grave disrespect!!! Hang her and hang any man or women after her, that show their disrespect and ignorance!!!!!!!

Response by SSgt James Guy made Feb 15 at 2014 11:31 PM

SSgt James Guy — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 23:31:54 -0500

Total disrespect of those who are still missing. The disrespect of Vietnam Veterans by current members of the military is as bad as what people did to us when we came home. Bust her to a slick sleeve and then boot her out. with Dishonorable stamped on her forehead.

Response by COL Roxanne Arndt made Feb 15 at 2014 11:42 PM

COL Roxanne Arndt — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 23:42:39 -0500

Disgusting, and she has no respect for what she represents in her uniform

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2014 1:12 AM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 01:12:42 -0500

This photo reminds me of the same type of disrespect the civilian did back in 2012 to the tomb of the unknown soldier, or the 2003 issues at Abu Ghraib. She has violated numerous AFI's: 36-2903, 35-109, to name a few.

She has disgraced herself, the 92nd Security Forces Squadron at Fairchild Air Force Base, the USAF, and the military community as a whole.

I can only hope that she gets the proper punishment and counseling for this act and the person who took the photo.

Response by MSG Gerald Schembri made Feb 16 at 2014 8:06 AM

MSG Gerald Schembri — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 08:06:34 -0500

What do I think? Well I know one thing for sure ,she wasn't thinking.Its totally disrespectful .

Response by SGT Christopher Mackison made Feb 16 at 2014 10:29 AM

SGT Christopher Mackison — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 10:29:16 -0500

There should be some type of disciplinary action done to this Airman. This in one of the most disrespectful things I've seen in the military. It doesn't matter if she apologized or not.

Response by 1SG Michael Blount made Feb 16 at 2014 1:39 PM

1SG Michael Blount — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 13:39:11 -0500

AIRMAN - What the hell were you thinking? Good thing you're not in my unit. I find this picture absolutely disgusting

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2014 1:56 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 13:56:57 -0500

It's disgusting.

Additionally, I think this horse has beaten to death, with it floating around the social media world. Could we close this discussion and remove this disgusting photo from the mix? I for one am tired of looking at it every time I turn around.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2014 6:51 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 18:51:55 -0500

Given that a great deal of MIA/POWs have been downed aviators and air crew, it's especially disrespectful to her particular branch of service. Not to downplay the MIA/POWs of other services, just an observation on my part.

Response by PO3 Candace Gracik made Feb 16 at 2014 7:09 PM

PO3 Candace Gracik — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 19:09:35 -0500

Totally out of line and very disrespectful.  Disciplinary measures should be addressed.  It is one thing to behave in a manor that is unbecoming out of your uniform but in your uniform shows your level of maturity and self control.  

Response by SFC Victor Serrano made Feb 16 at 2014 7:33 PM

SFC Victor Serrano — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 19:33:33 -0500

It's very inappropriate.

Response by PFC Eric Minchey made Feb 16 at 2014 8:18 PM

PFC Eric Minchey — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 20:18:11 -0500

http://www.military.com/daily-news/2014/02/15/air-force-will-take-action-over-pow-mia-emblem-photo.html?comp= [login to see] 70&rank=2

AF Will Take Action Over POW/MIA Emblem Photo | Military.com

WASHINGTON — The Air Force is “disappointed” in the airman who appeared in a photo that is being circulated of her posing with her tongue in the mouth of the prisoner of war depicted on the iconic bla...

Response by SSG Christopher Freeman made Feb 16 at 2014 9:06 PM

SSG Christopher Freeman — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:06:21 -0500

Of course it's not appropriate, but we have all done things we are not proud of. The difference here? Photographic evidence. She has since apologized for her actions.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2014 9:16 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:16:08 -0500

Not appropriate at all. In today's military we don't need our own to leave a bad taste in our non-military population. It takes years to forge a good image of the military and one simple unprofessional act can destroy it in a matter of seconds. The military is designed to shape and make people want to be greater than themselves. Definitely some kind of counseling should follow.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 16 at 2014 9:44 PM

CSM Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:44:56 -0500

This is a case of a young Airmen not fully appreciating the sacrifices made by those who served before her. I am sure she did not take this photo with malice in mind, she probably thought it would be funny. But we all know what that logo stands for/represents. We understand that this represents those who never made it home or are still unaccounted for. Almost everyone has taken a photo in our past which was taken out of context, or others saw it as something different than we intended it to be. Lets all be adults here and realize we do not know what she was thinking. That being said, I do not like the photo. It is extremely disrespectful to those it represents and the families of those service members. I think she could have chosen a better photo opportunity to take a funny picture.

Response by TSgt Scott Hurley made Feb 16 at 2014 10:12 PM

TSgt Scott Hurley — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 22:12:30 -0500

If I was her immediate supervisor, and I found out about this. Her A** would be hauled off to the 1st Sergent along with our Shop Chief so she can explain her actions to all of us before she sees the Squadron Commander. Because if they found out about I before I did. All hell would break loose. It would break loose with me too if I found out. And in the end, she will wish she was a bucket of goo.

This is happening to much in the AF as it is. With Airmen getting away with things and nobody corrects them until its too late.

Response by TSgt Tom Allen made Feb 17 at 2014 12:38 AM

TSgt Tom Allen — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 00:38:04 -0500

I would like to hear her reasons to do this. But yes this is way out of line.

Response by TSgt Tom Allen made Feb 17 at 2014 12:45 AM

TSgt Tom Allen — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 00:45:16 -0500

I would like to know why she would do that, but she needs to be disciplined and educated. It is sad that our young is not taught about our past the way they should. Should be a part of basic training so they understand what they are a part of.

Response by SGT James P. Davidson, MSM made Feb 17 at 2014 6:00 AM

SGT James P. Davidson, MSM — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 06:00:40 -0500

I recently read a post that was made by the offender (and yes, I say "offender" as this has offended - to put it mildly) that was nothing more than an attempt to excuse and dismiss her behavior as opposed to an apology, or any attempt to make things right. There was no humility whatsoever in her rant.

Regardless of the age of the photo, I look at the age of the offender, the uniform she wears and I wonder A: where did her parents go wrong, B: where did her training go wrong, and C: where did her chain of command go wrong to lead her to believe that this would have been even remotely funny even if a picture had never been taken?

There is no excuse for this behavior - especially in uniform.

On poster in this thread says, by way of excusing it for the age of the photo, "...I don't believe there is anything that can be done at this point." This from a command-level officer.

That is not only a shameful way to brush it off, but untrue. Her CoC could - and should - pursue disciplinary action in some form, as there is surely something that can be done. One can look to any example that has been sensationalized in the news over the last decade or more, and see that disciplinary action was suddenly and immediately taken, with various forms of discipline and punishment doled out. I doubt if it was one of 'your' soldiers (generally speaking) that you would simply shrug your shoulders and turn a blind eye.

Many who have fought before us are represented in that image that she so wantonly disrespects, and many of those are hurt and angry. Where does leadership fit in to this? Positively or negatively?

I am glad that I did not serve under such dismissiveness. My leaders did not make excuses or turn a blind eye. They taught personal accountability, and held themselves accountable for their subordinates.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 17 at 2014 8:58 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 08:58:07 -0500

As a Military person, Disrespect for the deceased, Brothers and Sisters is the worst, when perpetrated by one of their own members. Disciplinary action should be a Court Martial and Dishonorable Discharge. If you Don't respect those who sacrificed and don't respect your self enough to follow common manners, then you deserve what punitive action is taken

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 17 at 2014 6:22 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 18:22:48 -0500

Downright gross while in uniform!

Response by SN Michael Mygas made Feb 18 at 2014 9:44 AM

SN Michael Mygas — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 09:44:17 -0500

My opinion is that it's disgusting, degrading, and disrespectful! Discipline is definitely the order of the day with a possible rank deduction!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2014 3:21 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 15:21:06 -0500

I find this extremely disrespectful, especially considering that we still have SGT Bowe Bergdahl being held prisoner by the Haqqani Network since 2009. This action never should have happened and I agree that the person taking the photo was wrong for failing to correct this.

Response by CPO Rob Schrader made Feb 18 at 2014 6:15 PM

CPO Rob Schrader — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 18:15:43 -0500

No The person that published the photo needs a significant emotional event in their life. We all took stupid photos, we all have done stupid things. What one needs to remember is that stupid things now days are seen around the world.

I say have fun, but do not publish the damm photo! That is where everyone gets in trouble.

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2014 9:05 AM

PV2 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 09:05:41 -0500

I would like to chime in and agree with it's disrespectful nature and that the soldier should and hopefully was counselled/reprimanded on this. This to me goes to the larger pictures that EVERYONE especially folks wearing a uniform or representing say an agency or branch of service needs to be mindful that once it's up on the internet, it is out there forever!

There is a story spreading like wildfire today about a Wisconsin National Guardsman who was suspended for posting Instagram pictures of her and her fellow soldiers posing by a flag draped coffin. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/sns-rt-us-usa-wisconsin-guard-20140218,0,1544257.story

Response by GySgt Chris Zimmer made Feb 19 at 2014 9:37 AM

GySgt Chris Zimmer — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 09:37:25 -0500

She obviously hasn't served in a combat role nor does she understand the significance of POW/MIA Logo and what it represents. It enrages me as much as the soldiers that posed with the flag draped coffin. Both are quite inappropriate and I think an Article 134 charge is appropriate. She is a Sr. Airman and has likely spent significant enough time in service to understand that her behavior is disgraceful. Boot camp should have taught her that, but so should have her parents!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2014 4:23 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 16:23:51 -0500

This was definitely disrespectful and inappropriate. I believe there should be some punitive action taken like a General's Letter of Reprimand at a minimum.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 20 at 2014 5:21 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 05:21:11 -0500

I posted a response to one of my friends on another social network concerning the recent spate of disrespectful actions shown by some of our Military members. This is my comment:

I have had some time to consider the disrespect shown by our Military members over social media during the last week or so. While I agree with most that the Service Members involved likely feel that they are the Victims and that they really did nothing wrong. I have to question myself why though, and ultimately I don’t like the answer.
Many would say that this is a product of the millennial generation; that somehow these Soldiers coming in now are not made of the same metal as those of us that have been in for years and decades now, that somehow our row in the military was harder, I disagree. I have to look at this from another perspective, that there is a problem in how we are introducing our young recruits to the time honored traditions of the military.
As leaders in the Army (and for the Senior Airman I posted earlier in the week, leaders in the Air Force) we are charged with the responsibility to teach our Recruits and new members of our Unit the traditions held dear to the Army, and our Unit. It is our responsibility to ensure the Soldiers understand that this type of behavior is unacceptable, before it happens. Somewhere we failed as leaders, and that is the part I don’t like.
There are several instances that roll around in my mind, one sticks out that is similar to this within my own Unit. We were at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, CA doing some Staff training before our rotation. A group of us consisting of Officers, Warrant Officers, Senior Non-Commissioned Officers, Enlisted, and even a couple of our civilian contractors had gathered to blow off some steam with a couple beers. It was nearing 10pm or 2200, and Taps was about to play, as the first note sounded a hush fell over the group; we stood silently, faced the music and rendered appropriate honors. Many others in the group likely had the same thoughts crossing their minds; thinking about all of those that that song represents, and thinking of the friends we had lost over the time we have spent in the service. Behind us, other Soldiers (we found out later that they were Captains and Lieutenants) began laughing and were generally being loud; this kind of disrespect shocked those of us out there. Our Sergeant Major had to turn and tell them to shut up and show some respect.
I see the lack of respect everyday even here in Kuwait as Soldiers rush to get indoors before 5pm (1700) and Retreat sounds. Retreat is another solemn tradition, it sounds as the US Flag is lowered from the flag pole and secured for the night. I see it on post as people drive by during retreat, while Soldiers stop their vehicles, stand outside of them and render honors to the lowering of the flag. Just days after September 11th 2001, our Battalion Commander pulled us together in a formation at 5pm, for the sole purpose of retreat, to honor not only our flag, but our Nation, a Nation that had been harmed and that would never be the same.
As leaders, we have failed to pass that respect, that sense of Duty and Honor to our Soldiers. That may in fact be why this hurts us so bad. For that I am Sorry.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 20 at 2014 1:29 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 13:29:27 -0500

This photo is disgusting. Both the photographer and the participant should be counseled and have to spend some time talking to Vietnam veterans about what this flag means to them. Severe lack of judgement on both of the participants part.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2014 2:21 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 02:21:28 -0500

How is this even a question? Of course this photo isn't appropriate, and of course she should receive some form of disciplinary action.

Response by PFC Darren Mudge made Feb 21 at 2014 11:18 AM

PFC Darren Mudge — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 11:18:46 -0500

disrespect for the uniform, the military, this country, our flag and for the men who served in that time that are still MIA. disgrace.

Response by SGT Paul Burke made Feb 21 at 2014 6:53 PM

SGT Paul Burke — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 18:53:35 -0500

Disturbing on a number of levels.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Feb 23 at 2014 8:05 AM

SSG (ret) William Martin — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 08:05:03 -0500

It is my undetstanding that this picture is 3 years old and the Airman has already been punished. If this is correct, should she be punished again?

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2014 8:41 AM

TSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 08:41:13 -0500

The part that gets me the !most isnher lack of remorse. She did make a post where she handed out excuses for having done it, but not one time has she made a statement to say flat out "I apologize for my actions" I supervise one and two stripers who know this is wrong and wouldn't show the disrespect this SrA is...it's a bad time to have negative things on your record in the Air Force!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2014 9:00 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 09:00:55 -0500

I believe the Airman and The one taking the pick should both be Disciplined to the fulliest. Full Disrespect

Response by Maj Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2014 6:55 PM

Maj Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 18:55:55 -0500

Totally disrespectful. Plus the fact that she is Honor Guard she should no better.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2014 11:14 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 23:14:35 -0500

This "Airmen" should be kicked out of the military with a Dishonorable. Make an example and show like minded individuals that we will not put up with this type of behavior in the Armed Forces. This makes me sick and is disrespectful to the extreme.

Response by A1C Mark Taglianetti made Feb 24 at 2014 12:52 PM

A1C Mark Taglianetti — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 12:52:35 -0500

well, we've all made mistakes. I just hope she learns from this one. Give her an LOR and call it a day.

Response by MAJ Terri Ohlinger made Feb 24 at 2014 1:59 PM

MAJ Terri Ohlinger — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 13:59:22 -0500

I think this is EXTREMELY disrespectful! Yes, I think some disciplinary action should be taken. Does she not understand she is in the military? What is wrong with her? Where is her regard for the POW?

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 25 at 2014 1:24 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 13:24:09 -0500

I believe beyond a shadow of a doubt that a Courts Martial with Article 15, reduction in rank, forfeiture of all pay and allowances and a discharge with bar to re-enlistment is in order.

She may as well have walked up to a former POW and spit in their face.

She is supposed to be a professional. The last time I checked this behavior is not part of being a professional.

Her actions disgust me and I wish I was part of her Chain of Command, because her exit from the Air Force would be very swift and the person taking the picture would suffer no less of a punishment provided they were also in the military.

No apology from her or the camera operator will ever suffice. No re-training or corrective counseling will ever be enough. She is an abhorrent example of a leader. It sickens me to think she even got promoted to E-5.

I know people will disagree with my beliefs and that's fine, but just as SFC Baber mentioned in his comment; I also am passionate about patriotism and respect to our predecessors. I have attended funerals of Servicemembers who were POW's. Their sacrifices are to be respected and honored. Not disrespected in a photo such as the one above for the world to see. She has embarrassed herself, the Air Force and the United States in the eyes of the rest of the world.

Response by 1SG Edward Tushar made Feb 26 at 2014 1:51 PM

1SG Edward Tushar — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 13:51:05 -0500

I don't even think someone can justify this photo. Definitely unprofessional and should be dealt with. This actually has bad publicity written all over it.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2014 4:05 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 16:05:26 -0500

Its all over social media, photo is about 3 years approx. Should the photographer and this senior airman be dsciplined? yes. Was it in bad taste, definatley, does it warrant immediate discharge like I heard in other social media sites, probably not. However I'm not her leadership and not for me to decide. I got brought up oldschool, my NCOs/Officers always said "there are those who we can rehabilitate/retrain and those that military life is not for them. For the good of the organization we have to let them go".

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2014 5:47 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 17:47:32 -0500

I would make here do research ( on here own time) the true meaning of each part of the POW ; and then give a class of it.

Response by CPL Stanley Richardson made Feb 26 at 2014 8:08 PM

CPL Stanley Richardson — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 20:08:57 -0500

She should not be an NCO, if this is the kind of example she sets.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 26 at 2014 8:22 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 20:22:35 -0500

absolutely dumb and disrespectful, I mean, common people, we are professionals here. (at least we are supposed to be). Her life must be good, looks like she might have too much free time on her hands, while some of us like myself would love to be an active duty earning good pay and all and not working two jobs in on the civilian side to get by.

Response by SSG Willis Baker made Feb 27 at 2014 10:47 PM

SSG Willis Baker — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 22:47:32 -0500

I can't believe this kind of thing is happening in the military. A lot has changed in the last 20 years. No respect for one's self.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 3 at 2014 8:31 AM

CPO Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 08:31:03 -0500

Totally inappropriate....she should be sent to many training sessions on "conduct, professionalism, respect and discipline" and, subsequently, required to facilitate "what not to do" training to junior enlisted. It's an embarrassment to women and the military!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2014 5:40 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 05:40:19 -0500

In my opinion, she should receive disciplinary action not for taking the photo, but for putting it online.

Response by SFC John Durham made Mar 4 at 2014 7:19 PM

SFC John Durham — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 19:19:02 -0500

Maybe a couple of months at SERE school. That might help!

Response by CW5 Sam R. Baker made Mar 8 at 2014 12:11 PM

CW5 Sam R. Baker — Sat, 08 Mar 2014 12:11:52 -0500

Enough said here already spot on to support my opinion about the photo and the "retreat" incident that week also!

Response by Sgt Matthew O'Donnell made Mar 9 at 2014 2:48 PM

Sgt Matthew O'Donnell — Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:48:21 -0400

The commander of that unit should decide, we are not judge and jury. Posting the photo again is just as bad as the original posting, this is social media and there is regulations against that. United States Code Title 36 chapter 10 has the regulations pertaining to flags.

Response by CMSgt James Nolan made Mar 9 at 2014 3:22 PM

CMSgt James Nolan — Sun, 09 Mar 2014 15:22:29 -0400

The photo is not appropriate to anything. Her actions and the actions of the photographer are worthy of discipline. As an E-4, she should know better than to act this way, it brings dishonor to the uniform. More importantly, it shows that somewhere, Leadership failed to instill proper values in her. We as NCOs have a responsibility to teach our young warriors the history and traditions of service.

Her actions are inexcusable, and some people require "additional attention" when they are learning what it means to serve. Some people never "get it". Since it is likely that none of us know this Airman, it is unlikely that we will ever learn if she "gets it", we can only hope that someone is there to teach the lesson. Our POW/MIA troops deserve nothing but the highest respect and the undying efforts to bring them home, at any cost.

Response by SSgt James Lima made Mar 13 at 2014 1:34 AM

SSgt James Lima — Thu, 13 Mar 2014 01:34:56 -0400

http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/report-us-air-force-general-drank-too-much-fraternized-with-foreign-women-in-moscow/2013/12/19/7f3cdba0-68ed-11e3-a0b9-249bbb34602c_story.html

I think a Major General in charge of the Nuclear Weapons program going on a 3-day drinking binge in Moscow and fraternizing with suspicious Russian women deserves more air time then this girl does. She was disrespectful. He could have (or maybe already has) gotten us all killed.

Air Force general’s behavior stunned aides, colleagues

Report says missile service commander drank too much, fraternized with women in Moscow.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 16 at 2014 5:14 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Mar 2014 17:14:27 -0400

I am not a vindictive "head hunter" by any means but this is B.S. a service member should know better and have enough sense to not misrepresent the service this way. She is not the only one though, Marines, Soldiers and Airmen alike are ruining our image internationally through social media.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 18 at 2014 9:01 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 09:01:12 -0400

I have to agree with most of the other people on here. I think the person who took the photo and shared it is just as guilty. They both are acting like fools. Now, 20 years ago this photo would probably never have left one of their dresser drawers. Being that this is the information age, any photo taken, one might assume is going to be shared with the world.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 23 at 2014 10:30 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Mar 2014 22:30:02 -0400

I feel like I am a little late in the game seeing this, but it is absolutely disrespectful in every way. I don't think any punishment short of UCMJ would be appropriate and I would definitely take her rank. I also don't know if this was posted online or not and if so that is even worse because this is now image non military have of airmen and the military in general.

Jokes are ok, pranks are good, all of that is ok in the right context and with the right audience. This isn't a prank, its not funny. That MIA/POW flag carries a special meaning for a lot of people, anyone who has ever been to SERE C has a special place in their heart for that flag. That is a slap in the face to any actual POW or family member of an MIA or POW.

I don't think this kind of behavior is something that can be fixed. From what I understand we are downsizing across all branches right? Reduce her to E-1 and send her on her way. That kind of disrespect cannot be changed….

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 26 at 2014 2:53 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Mar 2014 14:53:10 -0400

My father served in Vietnam from 66-67, I can't imagine his reaction to this.

This shows a complete lack or moral judgement, and it is a slap in the face to ALL POW/MIA's. I would like to see a formal appology written to all surviving members of each POW/MIA, then Dishonorable discharge.

I don't see any comedy in this image, I only see broken homes, and Son's that didnt return to families during Vietnam. I can't even think of anything else to say about this SM, and she is Security Forces? How could she police up people breaking the law when she cannot even police up her own dishonor.

Response by SFC Aaron Lewis made Apr 1 at 2014 10:14 AM

SFC Aaron Lewis — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 10:14:58 -0400

This photograph is absolutly appauling. How many ways can a Soldier or Airman in this case show disrespect and dishonor for the uniform. Well here is one way.

Response by SFC Lupece Howard Talley made Apr 1 at 2014 12:42 PM

SFC Lupece Howard Talley — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 12:42:24 -0400

yes

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 2 at 2014 10:34 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 02 Apr 2014 10:34:42 -0400

She needs to be out of the Air Force no questions asked

Response by COL Jonas Vogelhut made Apr 6 at 2014 7:40 PM

COL Jonas Vogelhut — Sun, 06 Apr 2014 19:40:02 -0400

I think the airman forgot she was in uniform, and likely on duty. Her behavior is disrespectful, and should be disciplined. What if a doctor did this in a hospital, or a teacher in a school?

Response by CPT Jacob Swartout made Apr 8 at 2014 10:35 PM

CPT Jacob Swartout — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 22:35:13 -0400

Total disrespect and poor judgment for anyone who would do this in uniform and to post it on social media as being humorous.

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 11 at 2014 11:57 AM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 11:57:24 -0400

I am so mad that I am completely lost for words. This IS so absolutely shameful, disgusting, horrible, dishonorable, demeaning and offensive. It is definately an example of the quality of person that is being recruited in today's America. Not only should she be severely disciplined for discreditng the Air Force (the Armed Forces in general), she should be ordered to publicly apoligize to the dishonored POWs and their families.

You are a disgrace to that uniform and to this Country. One cannot simply chalk this up as a temporary lack of judgement.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 11 at 2014 1:10 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 13:10:41 -0400

Granted a picture does not capture the entire context but I find it hard to imagine a situation where it is not highly inappropriate.

Response by CW2 Jonathan Kantor made Apr 11 at 2014 1:16 PM

CW2 Jonathan Kantor — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 13:16:56 -0400

I think she should be booted out of the USAF. No excuses accepted. This one photograph degrades her service from honorable to less than honorable. It's disgusting. She needs to return to life as a civilian with an RE-4, a less than honorable, and a kick in the ass.

Response by Lt Col Jp R. made Apr 12 at 2014 5:44 PM

Lt Col Jp R. — Sat, 12 Apr 2014 17:44:28 -0400

How about you find out what the facts are; then make a decision based on facts. Its just a picture at this point and no one here as afar as I can tell know what, when, why. Could be bad judgment could be innocent, could be photoshop...

Response by CSM James Dickens made Apr 13 at 2014 12:37 AM

CSM James Dickens — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 00:37:14 -0400

This is disrespectful, disgusting and an embarrassment. Seriously what kind of morale compass does this person have? There should be some sort of disciplinary action taken here. This type of behavior cannot be tolerated.

Response by SPC Charles Brown made Apr 13 at 2014 3:52 PM

SPC Charles Brown — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 15:52:07 -0400

I believe the picture speaks for itself, this is absolutely inappropriate, not to mention the disrespect it pays to our fallen and missing comrades from wars past and present.

Response by MSG Donald R. Lee, M.B.A. made Apr 15 at 2014 4:13 AM

MSG Donald R. Lee, M.B.A. — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 04:13:55 -0400

Yes, totally inappropriate and disrespectful.

Punishment? Maybe. Correction and education? Definitely. How about a report on an MIA from her hometown, plus some "community service time" with a POW/MIA group, get to know some of the families still waiting to know about their loved one. That might change her heart.

Response by CMSgt Mark Schubert made Apr 30 at 2014 12:45 PM

CMSgt Mark Schubert — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 12:45:40 -0400

Sir, this picture shows a lack of judgment and conduct unbecoming of an Airman, and if it is not photoshopped and is legitimate, then I do believe the Airman in this photo should receive disciplinary action. I also think the person who took the photo should also be subject to the same. Furthermore, the person who released the picture to the public should also be reprimanded.

Response by PO2 Michael (DoC DiG) DiGaetano made May 2 at 2014 4:12 AM

PO2 Michael (DoC DiG) DiGaetano — Fri, 02 May 2014 04:12:30 -0400

YES!

Response by MSG Jim Gawne made May 2 at 2014 10:01 PM

MSG Jim Gawne — Fri, 02 May 2014 22:01:35 -0400

My only response is: Who cares? This is one person acting rather foolishly. Certainly not representative of the USAF, or the DoD. Don't make this into an issue when it isn't

Response by PO3 Anthony Farhner made May 2 at 2014 10:46 PM

PO3 Anthony Farhner — Fri, 02 May 2014 22:46:01 -0400

Highly inappropriate and disrespectful towards what that image represets. The aira should be disciplined accordingly.

Response by CH (MAJ) Private RallyPoint Member made May 11 at 2014 8:35 AM

CH (MAJ) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 May 2014 08:35:13 -0400

Disrespectful and inappropriate!

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made May 12 at 2014 12:34 PM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 May 2014 12:34:35 -0400

She is lacking something - can she be educated? I personally don't care for this at all, but not sure it is UCMJ worthy? But then again "actions unbecoming" have been used on a wide range on topics. My professional advice - grow up if you are going to wear the stripes.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2014 9:35 AM

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 18 May 2014 09:35:45 -0400

The photo taker and the girl in the photo should both receive some sort of punishment. Whether it is labor or paperwork. That is completely disrespectful to all POW/MIA service members. I would think a least a Non-Judicial Punishment at minimum.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2014 9:54 PM

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 18 May 2014 21:54:37 -0400

I find this to be very disrespectful. Considering that the men and women that flag represents may never return home after risking their lives in combat, gives this woman no right to defile it for humor.

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made May 22 at 2014 8:04 PM

MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca — Thu, 22 May 2014 20:04:10 -0400

Hopefully not going on a recruitment poster! We all have to remember that when we're in uniform, we project an image - and this definitely is not that image.

In the words of CPT Stillman, "I'm going to recommend that you all repeat the course of basic training."

What makes this tragic is that she's molesting one of our most sacred icons.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 22 at 2014 8:13 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 May 2014 20:13:18 -0400

I think corrective actions is warranted for this photo. Not just for the girl in the photo but for the person taking the photo as well for not upholding standards.

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made May 22 at 2014 8:22 PM

LCpl Steve Wininger — Thu, 22 May 2014 20:22:42 -0400

Yes she should. If the person(s) who snapped this picture was in the military, they are just as guilty, therefore subject to disciplinary action also.

Response by SSgt Stephanie Luck made May 27 at 2014 6:28 PM

SSgt Stephanie Luck — Tue, 27 May 2014 18:28:06 -0400

Yes. It's disrespectful and completely unbecoming of a female military member. Females complain all the time about not being treated fairly in the military and this a perfect example of why not. How are we supposed to expect to be taken seriously when we have females taking pictures like this and acting so carelessly especially in uniform. No one is perfect and everyone does dumb things. But this is flat out disrespectful. It sickens me to see it.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2014 2:47 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 14:47:50 -0400

The thing that really bugs me about this photo other than the blatant disrespect is this...that black rope on her shoulder indicates that she is part of the honor guard while in her Tech School...she definitely should know better than to disrespect pow's and mia's!

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 6 at 2014 12:35 AM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 00:35:21 -0400

This photo of the SrA is out of line. Men and Women died and were POW's and what she is doing is disrespecting those men and women. She is wrong and that is bad judgement.

Response by Cpl Jeff Bullington made Jun 8 at 2014 2:20 PM

Cpl Jeff Bullington — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 14:20:52 -0400

Very disrespectful!

Response by CSM Michael J. Uhlig made Jun 8 at 2014 3:08 PM

CSM Michael J. Uhlig — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 15:08:41 -0400

I do not like that picture whatsoever, not one bit!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 8 at 2014 6:14 PM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 18:14:47 -0400

Why? Why do this? I guess every branch has their fair share of odd and inappropriate people. This is just not very tasteful at all.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 27 at 2014 6:03 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 27 Jun 2014 18:03:19 -0400

Now many know who she is and I think that the embarrassment she has caused herself through her own ignorance, speaks volumes.

Response by SPC David S. made Sep 21 at 2014 10:21 PM

SPC David S. — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 22:21:49 -0400

Bust her in rank and have her stand guard at the Air Force Memorial every Sept 19th.

Response by SSG William Patton made Sep 22 at 2014 11:37 AM

SSG William Patton — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 11:37:56 -0400

Obviously, she does not deserve the stripes on her arm. He actions are a slap in the face of Americans, many pilots, who went missing in action performing their sworn duty. To me, she should receive a summary court martial, reduced in rank, fined, and go apologize to all families of MIAs personally. My uncle was an MIA for 56 years and my grandmother held out the faintest of hope that one day he would come home. He did, his neices and nephews buried him with military honors in 2001. The pain of not knowing is worse than the closure death brings and her actions disrespect every family who has an MIA.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Sep 23 at 2014 4:02 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Tue, 23 Sep 2014 04:02:38 -0400

LTC Private RallyPoint Member Does anyone have a status update on this............individual?

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 26 at 2014 12:58 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 12:58:32 -0400

It's inappropriate. I assume she's trying to be funny, but it isn't funny either (in my opinion).

Response by SFC Boots Attaway made Sep 29 at 2014 2:34 PM

SFC Boots Attaway — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 14:34:42 -0400

Very disrespectful and un becoming of her rank. She needs to be schooled as to the meaning of that flag by those who it mostly affects. I for one will never forget those who never came home and the holes it has left in peoples lives.

Response by PO3 Shaun Taylor made Sep 30 at 2014 3:33 PM

PO3 Shaun Taylor — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 15:33:44 -0400

I find it very hard to believe that an actual member of the military would do something like that knowing what it symbolizes. There is no way you can be on active duty/reserves and not know what the POW/MIA symbols/flags mean. However, I don't think people should blame her family and everybody else for HER actions. I'm not even sure if we should blame the photographer. The photographer could've taken the picture just for the sake of exposing that airmen.

Response by CH (MAJ) Thomas Conner made Oct 1 at 2014 10:22 PM

CH (MAJ) Thomas Conner — Wed, 01 Oct 2014 22:22:25 -0400

To do this was a lack of good judgment, to have her picture taken while doing it, reflects poor discipline on her and her unit. 15 days extra duty and restriction would probably do her and her accomplice good!

Response by SGT Jim Perry made Nov 23 at 2014 3:59 PM

SGT Jim Perry — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 15:59:24 -0500

That is totally out of line. That flag represents our POW's and missing service members.

Response by SGT James Rose made Nov 23 at 2014 4:16 PM

SGT James Rose — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 16:16:13 -0500

She needed to be trained on the meaning and then she should train her peers.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 23 at 2014 8:07 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 20:07:50 -0500

I personally feel disrespected and appalled by this photo and this persons actions not only because this painting represents the ultimate sacrifice a soldier could've done for his country, but also because this soldier absolutely knows what this represents and is purposely and willingly disrespecting every soldier who gave his/her life for this wonderful country. Forget disciplinary actions, she and the soldier who took the photo should be kicked out and stripped of all future benefits. We shod never tolerate this level of disrespect whether jokingly or purposely just being an ass!

Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Nov 23 at 2014 8:28 PM

SPC(P) Jay Heenan — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 20:28:19 -0500

I saw a couple of posts about her being 'corrected' instead of 'punished'. I think corrected isn't enough, she is showing a complete lack of values (I am assuming that the Air Force has similar values as the Army), leadership and good decision making abilities. The UCMJ and the Commander has many options to correct this type of behavior. I am not sure a simple 'correction' would be sufficient in ensuring this type of behavior is never acceptable. I am sure her Command would have a better understanding of her overall character and behavior to make a better decision on the amount of punishment that is required.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 23 at 2014 8:40 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 20:40:14 -0500

This airman is Staff Sergeant Cherish Byers, a member of the 92nd Security Forces Squadron based in Spokane, Washington.

This story has even reached news outlets in the U.K.

Remember your history on stocks and pillory?

Welcome to the modern day version of public shaming, Cherish. You inconsiderate disgrace.

Response by TSgt Kristin Parsons made Nov 23 at 2014 8:44 PM

TSgt Kristin Parsons — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 20:44:57 -0500

Absolutely inappropriate and disrespectful. In my opinion she should at the very least be stripped of the rope that she wears as it is a symbol of a leadership position.

Response by PFC Zanie Young made Nov 23 at 2014 8:52 PM

PFC Zanie Young — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 20:52:14 -0500

I would kick her and the photographer out of the Air Force out of hand! I have first cousins who were POWs and KIA. With her being a SrA, no less! Totally disrespectful! WTH!!!

Response by SGT Mike Gromling made Nov 23 at 2014 9:00 PM

SGT Mike Gromling — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 21:00:37 -0500

Disrespectful should be ashamed to put on a uniform other than a prison uniform

Response by Cpl Dennis F. made Nov 23 at 2014 9:08 PM

Cpl Dennis F. — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 21:08:12 -0500

You all are so polite.
Given my experiences and knowledge of the POW/MIA issue......
Woman or not, I would be very highly motivated to just slap the snot right out of her. I find it hard to believe that she is that ignorant. No excuses accepted.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 23 at 2014 10:42 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 22:42:08 -0500

I think she should just hang up her uniform she is a disgrace

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Nov 24 at 2014 12:32 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 00:32:28 -0500

This is 9 months old. Does anyone have an update on the official course of action that was taken?

Response by SPC Richard Jackson made Nov 24 at 2014 1:46 AM

SPC Richard Jackson — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 01:46:17 -0500

Unbelievable! How could this woman think this could be remotely appropriate?! To disgrace yourself in uniform is bad enough, but to make a mockery of a symbol revered by almost every person who ever served is unconscionable! At the very least, this woman should lose all rank and start over, if not chaptered out.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 2:10 AM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 02:10:59 -0500

I think she needs her hormones checked...that is definitely inappropriate, but I feel not punishable by UCMJ, a counseling statement for sure. Her and the person snapping the picture. I'd be interested to see the outcome of the case. Is it posted?

Response by SPC Richard White made Nov 24 at 2014 3:49 AM

SPC Richard White — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 03:49:57 -0500

Very inappropriate.A disgrace hope she gets an article 15

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 6:09 AM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 06:09:23 -0500

I beleive this airman did

Response by Amn Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 6:34 AM

Amn Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 06:34:01 -0500

Absolutely a disgrace

Response by SSG Jesse Cheadle made Nov 24 at 2014 11:54 AM

SSG Jesse Cheadle — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 11:54:13 -0500

It is as disrespectful as the Marine who is being discharged for his anti Obama remarks on social media.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 12:39 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:39:42 -0500

Sir, with all due respect to you asking this question, this is no question as to whether is a disgusting disrespectful display of unprofessionalism as well as whether it deserves heavy disciplinary action. Not only is this A SM but a NCO as well...there is NO reason to be acting like this especially in a position of leadership. Period. ( sorry but this angers me greatly...)

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 12:40 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:40:08 -0500

Response by SSG Leonard J W. made Nov 24 at 2014 7:08 PM

SSG Leonard J W. — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 19:08:17 -0500

What kind of Senior Airman would remain a senior airman after displaying such unprofessional behavior? That picture reminded me of every stupid action that I have ever seen a service member perform, rather it was speeding through a crowded parking lot or making a disparaging remark to a senior member at an LPD. For the love of standards and discipline, someone please tell me that this is either a fake picture or that this was dealt with accordingly! My heart cannot accept anything less...

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 24 at 2014 8:03 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 20:03:44 -0500

Absolutely she should receive disciplinary action! This is a discredit to the millions of servicemembers who gave their lives in the defense of our nation and the thousands of POWs, some of whom never made it home!

Response by CPO Gary Ray made Nov 24 at 2014 8:44 PM

CPO Gary Ray — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 20:44:57 -0500

Disrespectful. .. sickening. .. this is what our POW'S get?

Response by SFC(P) Tobias M. made Nov 24 at 2014 10:30 PM

SFC(P) Tobias M. — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 22:30:15 -0500

The messed up part is someone knows who she is and nothing will happen.

Response by SPC Susan Brown made Nov 25 at 2014 1:03 AM

SPC Susan Brown — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 01:03:10 -0500

Yes and so should the person who took this picture.

Response by SSG John Erny made Nov 25 at 2014 12:17 PM

SSG John Erny — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 12:17:20 -0500

I am not sure what was in her heart, but the picture is disturbing to me. I do not think she should have done this at all. MIA service members are a painful subject for families. Many of them were likely alive and killed after some time in captivity. There is some information to support that Americans were sent to the Soviet Union where they were used to test nerve agents.

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 1:43 AM

Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 01:43:12 -0500

Pretty sure that is not appropriate, but I'm not sure it's something that needs to be career ending. Just a little tough love, and she may turn out to be a good troop.

Response by LT Clint Davis made Nov 26 at 2014 2:07 AM

LT Clint Davis — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 02:07:09 -0500

Uhhhhh... Nope!

Response by 1SG Eric Rice made Nov 26 at 2014 4:49 AM

1SG Eric Rice — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 04:49:07 -0500

I believe I have commented on this before. This is dis-honorable and the airmen needs to be educated on what the POW/MIA symbol represents. This is not acceptable on any level.

Response by SGT Suraj Dave made Nov 26 at 2014 6:50 AM

SGT Suraj Dave — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 06:50:50 -0500

The whole "war" thing is probably a joke to her. She, and probably most of the people around her, have probably never seen any form of combat. I am sure no one she know's is going to ever die in combat either, or see it to begin with. The whole POW/MIA thing is probably so far fetched and improbable to her that it is a joke to her.

Thats my disposition on why she did this. If it were up to me, I would make her own up to her actions in a room full of POW's. Have them tell her stories of what being a POW is like, and showing her pictures of the horrible thing's they endured from various enemies of America.

Then after all that, I would bring in a POW MIA flag, and ask her if she wants to do it again, in front of everyone, and I would ask her why she doesnt want to do it, and why she all the sudden doesnt think its funny anymore... oh and to make it ironic, video tape the whole thing to put on social media after.

If you want to act like a fool on social media,
You should get punished like a fool by social media,

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 8:15 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 08:15:00 -0500

Totally inappropriate!

Response by CSM Michael Lynch made Nov 26 at 2014 9:39 AM

CSM Michael Lynch — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:39:50 -0500

Totally inappropriate and this airman should not only receive disciplinary action but not be allowed to re-enlist either. She is obviously showing her immaturity level and the fact that she should still be an E-1 and out on the city streets. This is as disrespectful as you can get for someone in uniform to do something like this to a POW-MIA symbol.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 10:15 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:15:19 -0500

Inappropriate in or OUT of uniform. Would a civilian strike this pose? I don't think so!

Response by Cpl Brett Wagner made Nov 26 at 2014 10:55 AM

Cpl Brett Wagner — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:55:28 -0500

Why on Earth would someone do this? Totally disrespectful IMHO, respect is missing from our entire society today.

Response by Sgt Mike Boland made Nov 26 at 2014 11:34 AM

Sgt Mike Boland — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 11:34:54 -0500

This behavior stems from kids not being taught American History in public school. now children are taught that America is not exceptional and we became this great country by robbing, stealing and not hard work, perseverance and love for one's country. This airman should be charged with conduct unbecoming and be forced to gotalk to children and loved ones of POWs still missing in action and then go to VA nursing homes an assist with disabled veterans as her punishment. Maybe thenshe will understand exactly what that flag means

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 11:48 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 11:48:13 -0500

This is absolutely unacceptable! And to come from an E-5 is even more ridiculous. The question at hand here shouldn't be whether she should get disciplined, but what the punishment will be! What kind of structure and examples is she setting for our future soldiers?

Response by 1SG Nick Baker made Nov 26 at 2014 12:43 PM

1SG Nick Baker — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 12:43:11 -0500

This can go on the wall with the people posing with the casket.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 1:11 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:11:57 -0500

If we fail to act in a professional matter while conducting our business we can’t expect the civilian populace to maintain the same regard to all of us in uniform. We need to be cognizant of how we act when we are wearing our uniforms and remember that great responsibility comes when we action on the privilege to put that uniform on. Even “small” actions like this one can set the ball rolling for bigger issues.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 1:49 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:49:21 -0500

Really!?!? (Sigh)

Response by SPC Sybil Huffman made Nov 26 at 2014 2:20 PM

SPC Sybil Huffman — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 14:20:14 -0500

i think that this is very inappropriate and disrespectful - they should recieve some sort of punishement for this -

Response by PO1 Michael Bolch made Nov 26 at 2014 2:52 PM

PO1 Michael Bolch — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 14:52:29 -0500

Very disturbing and inappropriate. This is the new military under POTUS!

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Nov 26 at 2014 3:47 PM

MSG Brad Sand — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 15:47:05 -0500

The picture was actually taken when the temps were well below zero and this poor airman's tonque is actually frozen to the metal sign.

I thought that would be a funny joke, but what person in the military would ever believe someone in the Air Force would be outside in below zero weather?

Response by SPC Thomas Lema made Nov 26 at 2014 5:01 PM

SPC Thomas Lema — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 17:01:24 -0500

Very disrespectful of the pow/mia situation , to make a joke of it even in just good fun as this appears no should not happen period'

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 26 at 2014 9:38 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 21:38:33 -0500

Absolutely disrespectful and inappropriate.

Response by SMSgt Alan Saunders made Nov 30 at 2014 9:01 AM

SMSgt Alan Saunders — Sun, 30 Nov 2014 09:01:57 -0500

Disgusting - discipline to follow!

Response by Cpl Mark McMiller made Mar 2 at 2015 3:36 PM

Cpl Mark McMiller — Mon, 02 Mar 2015 15:36:18 -0500

Yea, I would say that is a definite violation under Article 134 of the UCMJ. Someone needs to counsel that airman.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 4 at 2015 8:13 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 20:13:55 -0400

Yes
That is disrespectful She should be punished. Absolutely

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 25 at 2015 10:22 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 25 Jul 2015 10:22:47 -0400

Scum!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 29 at 2015 12:06 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 29 Aug 2015 12:06:37 -0400

This is very distastful, first very sexual suggestive, second disrespectful to those that are missing in action. Yes she should be discipline not for being a moran, because she was in uniform and we exspect more from those in Uniform.

Response by SP5 Mark Kuzinski made Oct 18 at 2015 11:36 PM

SP5 Mark Kuzinski — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 23:36:10 -0400

Sick and very disrespectful!