Short Read (Military and Trey Gowdys Response)

[tomstopper]

Not turkey related but sent to me from my wife and thought some on here might appreciate this. I apologise in advance if I offend anyone.


Question: How can President Trump claim to represent all U.S citizens, regardless of sexual orientation, when he banned transgenders from joining the military? Isn't that discrimination?

Trey Gowdy's Response:
"Nobody has a right to serve in the Military. Nobody! What makes you people think the Military is an equal opportunity employer? It is very far from it - and for good reasons - let me cite a few.

The Military uses prejudice regularly and consistently to deny citizens from joining for being too old or too young, too fat or too skinny, too tall or too short. Citizens are denied for having flat feet, or for missing or additional fingers."

He went on to explain: "By the way, poor eyesight will disqualify you, as well as bad teeth. Malnourished? Drug addiction? Bad back? Criminal history? Low IQ? Anxiety? Phobias? Hearing damage? Six arms? Hear voices in your head? Self-identification as a Unicorn? Need a special access ramp for your wheelchair? Can't run the required course in the required time? Can't do the required number of push-ups? Not really a morning person? and refuse to get out of bed before noon? All can be legitimate reasons for denial.

The Military has one job: Winning War. Anything else is a distraction and a liability. Did someone just scream, that isn't fair? War is VERY unfair, there are no exceptions made for being special or challenged or socially wonderful. YOU must change yourself to meet Military standards and not the other way around.

I say again: You don't change the Military - you must change yourself. The Military is not about being fair, it is about taking advantage of others and about winning. The Military doesn't need to accommodate anyone with special issues. The Military needs to Win Wars and keep our Country safe - PERIOD! If any of your personal issues are a liability that detract from readiness, Thank you for applying and good luck in future endeavors.
Any other questions?

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[Spitten and drummen]

Im a proud combat vet and I approve his message!

[tomstopper]

Me to brother. Semper Fi

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[merriamsman]

Right on. The military is not the place for social experimentation!

[Rzrbac]

Im a proud combat vet and I approve his message!

Its a very good statement and wish Mr. Gowdy would have ran again!

[J.D. Shellnut]

That's as simple as it gets! Thank you men and others like you for your service!!!

[nyhunter]

 

[spaightlabs]

I understand bone spurs will keep ya out too, if one were looking for a way out that is.

Any of you guys know who Kristin Beck is?

[tomstopper]

I understand bone spurs will keep ya out too, if one were looking for a way out that is.

Any of you guys know who Kristin Beck is?

Yes. If I remember correctly, he didn't come out as transgender until after he got out.

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[Spitten and drummen]

I understand bone spurs will keep ya out too, if one were looking for a way out that is.

Any of you guys know who Kristin Beck is?

I also know lacking the stones to serve will too.

[tomstopper]

I understand bone spurs will keep ya out too, if one were looking for a way out that is.

Any of you guys know who Kristin Beck is?

I also know lacking the stones to serve will too.

So true......

[Mossyguy]

Joined the Army in 1995 and spent almost 22 years in the infantry. Got injured in Afghanistan and was eventually medically discharged because of it. At first I was pretty upset because I wanted to keep doing my job. But within the last 4 years it had become one big experiment. Everyday I came to work finding out something new the powers that be wanted to try. Everyday I heard, " You can't do this" or "You can't say that". It became so political and the hands of those that actually had common sense were so tied it was unbelievable. So my retirement was a blessing in disguise. I feel for those that had to deal with all the nonsense but hopefully things are getting back on track.

War is not for the faint of heart. You can't have someone with an identity crisis next to you with a weapon and have the utmost trust in them to have your back. If you're wanting to join the military for equality then I suggest finding other means of employment.

[Gen.27:3]

 

[GobbleNut]

I understand bone spurs will keep ya out too, if one were looking for a way out that is.

  Combine that with extreme personality disorders and you've got it made.   

[Spitten and drummen]

Joined the Army in 1995 and spent almost 22 years in the infantry. Got injured in Afghanistan and was eventually medically discharged because of it. At first I was pretty upset because I wanted to keep doing my job. But within the last 4 years it had become one big experiment. Everyday I came to work finding out something new the powers that be wanted to try. Everyday I heard, " You can't do this" or "You can't say that". It became so political and the hands of those that actually had common sense were so tied it was unbelievable. So my retirement was a blessing in disguise. I feel for those that had to deal with all the nonsense but hopefully things are getting back on track.

War is not for the faint of heart. You can't have someone with an identity crisis next to you with a weapon and have the utmost trust in them to have your back. If you're wanting to join the military for equality then I suggest finding other means of employment.

I spent 7 years , 11 bravo. 3rd Ranger Batt and 101st. Went to Panama to help get rid of Noriago and desert shield / Desert Storm. Most people that are making wise cracks referring to we all no who never served or have any idea what combat is like. You can tell who the Liberals are with their little snipes. My hats off to you sir and thanks for your service. "Follow Me" - Iron Mike.