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Lumus -> RE: Never Forget... (9/22/2007 7:18:19 PM)
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I watched the clip in its entirety, but all that came to mind was:
Two leaders with opposing ideals, neutral territory, rock/paper/scissors, best 2 of 3.
Sorry, I'm not belittling people who are in the forces, but I'm questioning the need for an army. I could not in good conscience be proud of a system that promotes violence to preserve peace. I like farglebargle's post; it distracts me from the cry of rhetoric that validates the job of a soldier [the comment on it being a job and the soldier asking family to be proud irked me, not on the soldier's level per se unless they willingly perpetuate the system that uses them as fodder for an ideological difference].
I would, and have, fought when necessary, but the only weapon I've ever instigated with was my tongue. When confronted with heavier topics like warfare, I wonder if democracy by definition should allow the citizens to decide whether they will engage in war or not.
And since for now, war is a reality, I would wish nothing but the best for those who are made to engage in a fight chosen by others...for the choice was not given to them.
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