Posted on Feb 13, 2018
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So what do to if ssgt's and sgt's dislike a cpl in the platoon and constantly belittle and demean the cpl while trying to find a way to fry or burn that cpl from disliking him so much, he doesn't have enough negative paperwork to be charged with an njp, the cpl is been told that he doesn't deserve the rank and should not be one, when junior marines go to that cpl before anyone for help or advice and also the junior marines see how the cpl is treated and the junior marines are always trying to help the cpl even when told not to. When the ones under the cpl say they learned more about their job than anyone else, show more respect to the cpl than the ssgt and Sgt, the cpl has tried to talk to the ones above him and explain things or ask for help/guidance but they won't listen fully or help really. People from all over the unit and people in the platoon think this cpl is mistreated and is singled out way to much while the cpl tries his best and keeps trying to get better and wants to re-enlist but is worried the sncoic will not sign off on it. Plus the cpl is given a hard time when medical appointment comes up, and when family issues comes up but has to beg for a little free time, when the cpl gives up chow and stays late to do what he needs to, the best he can, as someone who sees this ever day what can another cpl do to help withput creating to much conflict ?
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CPT Richard Fematt
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Im sure you have a 1stSgt who is usually the senior enlisted leader in the unit. Most have an open door policy and will gladly listen to the concerns of a Marine. If not follow the chain tell your Plt Sgt that you want to address an issue with the 1stSg! You do not have to tell the Sgt the reason for your request. Usually he is a seasoned combat Marine and probably is unaware of this mistreatment of the Corporal! I applaud you for standing up for this Corporal and showing the respect he is entitled to. Sounds like the Sgt and SSgt are jealous of this Corporal. They will get whats coming to them if it is warranted and you have a great leader in the 1stSgt!
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CPT Richard Fematt
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By the way i was a Marine Military Police Officer on active duty for 16 years 1975-1991, attaining the rank of SSgt!!!
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CW3 Jeff Held
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Look - this young Marine needs to keep looking forward and doing the right things. I know this situation makes them feel left out and unappreciated but it’s clear this Marine has had a positive impact on his / her juniors. They should not hesitate to seek re-enlistment and if the SRNCO has an objection then that Marine should run it up the flag pole to higher.

Has this Marine approached these NCO’s individually to ask what the problems are? I would expect that a more senior NCO would provide training and mentoring rather than belittling.
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MSG Charles Turner
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Wow! Where is your Platoon Sergeant / Platoon Leader? I would not Expect True Non Coms to conduct themselves this way. I would report it up the chain of command. Starting with your immediate supervisor...
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