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Old 12-30-2010, 04:42 PM   #121
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not really...if your contention is

"we can't make selective policy when talking about the rights of Americans to serve."

the Armed Forces should be made to accomodate All Americans who would like to serve lest they be guilty of some sort of descrimination or lack of tolerance and compassion....

after all..." While immediate disruption is a valid concern, keeping the armed forces in alignment with the public is important as well."

what's a little "disruption" in the name of diversity and making the military better reflect all of our society....?
Apples and oranges. There are basic standards deemed necessary to for various roles to support expected mission demands. While some may argue exactly what those standards should be, once set, it's pretty clear cut if a mental or physical standard can't be met.

You're just trying to stir the pot with a counterproductive spoon. Yet again.

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