tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post4057172467913968543..comments2016-11-12T16:45:40.504-08:00Comments on Lady Hawkweed: Why I Don't "Owe" My VeteransAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09626847839323556310noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-75292175095454286372016-11-12T16:45:40.504-08:002016-11-12T16:45:40.504-08:00This contract that you said we agreed to is comple...This contract that you said we agreed to is complete crap. We never made a contract. I have a contract with the government and my dues come out of my paycheck (taxes). Even though I don't agree with this war I still support you. You need to talk to your employeer (government) about extra support. You have to understand that this is a war the government wanted and they hired you for it because you wanted it. Maybe you should consider supporting the people that build your homes, make your cars, grow your food, etc. Don't think what you do for your country is more important then what everyone else does. I'm all for supporting my fellow Americans but only when they're humble even if they decide to waste they're mon y on drugs and become homeless Rrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11074273162722723999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-86771859282686816522013-01-13T09:21:43.319-08:002013-01-13T09:21:43.319-08:00Well said, LT.Well said, LT.Bayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01303433507280830493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-82695790441235915462013-01-12T18:59:03.780-08:002013-01-12T18:59:03.780-08:00Sorry, you're flat wrong.
We have an all-volu...Sorry, you're flat wrong.<br /><br />We have an all-volunteer military. What you appear to advocate is that now, after the fact, the terms and conditions of enlistment.... terms and conditions THIS COUNTRY AGREED TO, be changed.<br /><br />These programs are a result of our (veteran's) blood shed for people like you. When I raised my hand and swore the oath (which I did 6 different times) it was under a set of promises this country made to me and millions of others who've gone on before and after.<br /><br />But at the end of the day, when we signed a contract and the nationed signed back.... yes, in fact, that DID, and DOES, obligate this country to do what it is doing for those who've bled.<br /><br />You say: "Please think of the course that my great-grandfather took, before you say or think that you are "owed" something for a DUTY that you damn well knew the ramifications of before you even took up arms."<br /><br />How many would take up arms for a country if with your attitude was policy?<br /><br />Forgive me, but when this "Ted" fellow enlisted, they didn't make the promise that he would receive anything as a result of wounds.<br /><br />Well, guess what: Women weren't allowed to vote back then, either. Would you advocate that we return to that standard?<br /><br />Here's the thing. It's remarkably easy for those like yourself who never thought highly enough of their country to wear it's uniform. Look at how Obama (apparently one of your heroes) and how he's busy implementing what seems to be the policies towards our veteran population that you seem to admire so.<br /><br />You are part and parcel of why, so far, I've been successful in keeping my son from enlisting. You think so little of the freedom you enjoy because of the blood spilled by others to protect you that you foolishly think that there should be no cost on the Nation's part for the lives destroyed, or blood spilled in it's defense.<br /><br />Well, of course, let's take your bizarre perspective to it's logical conclusion, shall we?<br /><br />Correspondingly, there should be no Labor and Industries for those injured at work. After all, they knew what might happen when they took the job.<br /><br />Those dead teachers in Sandy Hook?<br /><br />Nothing. Getting killed is just part of the job. An UNUSUAL part, to say the least, but who cares what happens to their families?<br /><br />The 4 police officers slaughtered in a Federal Way donut shop a couple of years ago?<br /><br />Same thing.<br /><br />As veterans, we are the only segment of society that has prepaid our freedom AND our benefits. If we are unworthy for what YOU, in the guise of the United States of America PROMISED us for the risk of spilling our blood, then it's time to end food stamps, medicare, medicade, welfare, subsidized housing, student loans or any other program provided for those who have done absolutely nothing for this country.<br /><br />Yes, I am a veteran. I have not filed for a disability as yet, primarily because I'm not altogether convinced the parts falling of me (so to speak) were a result of my years away from home defending people you.<br /><br />But I might. And if I do, as much as it sucks for people like you, it will be because when I signed on the dotted line.... you.... this country.... promised you'd provide it.<br /><br />K.J. Hinton, FMR 1LT, General Staff, US ArmyK.J. Hintonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04071279261669117974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-66756801263007330152012-12-25T04:53:45.147-08:002012-12-25T04:53:45.147-08:00I wear a CMB ,my Dad wore a CIB,My grandfather was...I wear a CMB ,my Dad wore a CIB,My grandfather was in France in 1917,his Granddad was at Gettysburg.I served because I owed my people and my Nation.We are square.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18356693306839231512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-20227910238049702102012-12-06T10:35:51.083-08:002012-12-06T10:35:51.083-08:00My father was a vet. I can freely say that he cert...My father was a vet. I can freely say that he certainly didn't expect a free ride from his fellow countrymen when he got out. It was a job that he VOLUNTARILY signed up for.<br /><br />And like with any employer, if your employer fucks you, you can't justify taking it out on your peers. They didn't make the agreement with you, the employer did. And if the employer didn't keep their end of the deal, then you need to talk to them, not hold a gun to the head of your neighbor to pay for your bills because you are 'entitled' to it. You aren't entitled to jack von shit.<br /><br />How did so many veterans develop this sickening entitlement mentality anyway? It's disgusting, and does not befit a free people.Wild Cookery!https://www.blogger.com/profile/08533295278236725505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-17457774548966146902012-12-05T16:42:31.739-08:002012-12-05T16:42:31.739-08:00My thought is that if a vet is in such a condition...My thought is that if a vet is in such a condition that he has no one to help him and *does* need outside assistance, then it should come from specifically set-up funds, charities, foundations and drives, whathaveyou. VOLUNTARY programs set up by people who CAN afford it and WANT to. I know some would think "well, who wouldn't want to support our vets?" and I agree with the thought, but there's a difference between forcing people to pay X% at gunpoint (via taxes) to that cause, when they're struggling so hard to keep their house, feed their family, and afford care of their own, and can only contribute Z% safely. Forcing someone to cough up that extra money "or else" is not what the vets fought for, I don't think.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09626847839323556310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-15963790039004524902012-12-05T16:31:15.193-08:002012-12-05T16:31:15.193-08:00Blogger since December 2012 (which we're only ...Blogger since December 2012 (which we're only five days into) with no stats, no pic, less than a handful of views, and a "pseudonym," eh? :P *cough*troll*cough* *ahem*<br /><br />Get off my blog.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09626847839323556310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-8917761158262947652012-12-05T12:36:40.233-08:002012-12-05T12:36:40.233-08:00Ted doesn't exist.
Surely your stance can stan...Ted doesn't exist.<br />Surely your stance can stand on its own merits instead of relying on such an emotional crutch?Pseudonymhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14249480521673514520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-11091769930573342082012-12-04T06:54:37.535-08:002012-12-04T06:54:37.535-08:00Pensions are just deferred pay. You signed up know...Pensions are just deferred pay. You signed up knowing you'd get one and how much it was. Same as any other job.Hereticushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07059286464594135736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-78961822546311679732012-12-02T13:03:57.790-08:002012-12-02T13:03:57.790-08:00True enough, and I agree on many points. But I am...True enough, and I agree on many points. But I am curious as what your thoughts are about the the Vets who come back in a condition that they truely are not able to take care of themselves and/or their families? Also what are your thoughts on pensions for Veterans that have been in the military their entire working lives? I'm not trying to be argumentive, I'm just discussing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-43406200517807907702012-11-27T13:32:40.678-08:002012-11-27T13:32:40.678-08:00There hasn't been a draft since Vietnam. That ...There hasn't been a draft since Vietnam. That would eliminate a whole heck of a lot of folks right there.Wild Cookery!https://www.blogger.com/profile/08533295278236725505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5627600230774322908.post-69097194868294962362012-11-27T12:00:56.633-08:002012-11-27T12:00:56.633-08:00The only people to who restitution may be owed wou...The only people to who restitution may be owed would be the involuntary draftees.Oleg Volkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06547911680603650247noreply@blogger.com