What three policies would you like to see in a viable 3rd party?

[darthtang aw]

Originally Posted by AquaKnight
http:///forum/post/3110427
Not sure I agree with forcing someone to serve in the military at all, especially to the point of being in combat situations. The last thing I would want is for people in responsible positions who don't want to be there. Anyone ever notice the difference between someone/thing who is forced to do a job, vs. someone who loves their craft. Ever notice the difference from ordering a cake from a national grocery store, made by someone making $11/hr. forced to do the cake, vs. a local baker/cake specialist who lovingly hand crafts each and every cake?
I'm not trying to generalize the people currently serving our country. Yes I know there are a few/some/many that do it just for a pay check, but I do feel most join for more then just the money.
I guess to me, it's just the difference in quality of a willing group of people vs. forced labor.
And if you think those 'kids in high places' aren't going to get around the system of serving somehow, you're crazy.
Did I list miltary as the only "service" option....My thought was not to force kids to fight that didn't want to, but to instill a sense of pride while giving back to this country and those around you in some form or fashion.

 

[nina&noah]

Originally Posted by reefraff
http:///forum/post/3110371
And not that it matters but my son joined the Army in 05, got back from Iraq last July and is slated to go to Afghanistan some time next year.
It does matter, it matters alot. It gives you credibility in the argument. I am happy that your son came back to you and I pray that he returns safely from Afgahanistan as well.

 

[reefraff]

Originally Posted by nina&noah
http:///forum/post/3110507
It does matter, it matters alot. It gives you credibility in the argument. I am happy that your son came back to you and I pray that he returns safely from Afgahanistan as well.
Thank you.
I was very careful not to push him either way when he was considering joining. I only opened my mouth when the recruiter was telling him if he joined the reserves he probably wouldn't go to Iraq. Not sure if that would have ended up to be true if he stayed a reserve but after a few months he went regular army.