• Get_Off_My_WLAN@fedia.io
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    11 days ago

    I understand what you’re trying to say, but I do want to clear up some misconceptions people have about U.S. soldiers.

    High school drop-outs are not eligible for the U.S. military. GED holders might be if they score high enough on the ASVAB, but it’s generally rare.

    Also, U.S. military commanders, and officers in general, are both morally and legally required to disobey illegal orders. While the President may be the commander-in-chief, officers swear an oath to the Constitution, not the President.

    That’s why General Milley publicly apologized and considered resigning after unwittingly letting federal troops be used to clear protestors, not knowing Trump wanted it for a photo op instead of legitimate need. That’s why so many generals called him a threat to democracy. That’s why Trump fired so many generals, because they wouldn’t go along with his stupid shit.

    I have hope that the U.S. active duty military will not get involved in this. I know for sure they don’t want to get involved in this.