Originally Posted by
Marsea
These type of "Military" bozos come into our Airlines and try to run things like a squadron.....which don't work.
The Military:
1. Makes no Profit.
2. Has no Customers.
3. Has no Competition.
4. Forces us all to fund it - Taxpayers.
5. Though volunteer - those that are there just cannot get up and walk away.
6. Will be the last thing that, "goes out of business."
7. Has no true value (see above) and thus no true Leadership.
When I was in I found it totally corrupt.
Marsea
It's unfortunate you feel that way. Yes, it's not perfect, and like any organization it has its share of misfits who managed to make it in (and far too often figured out how to stick around). But by putting "Military:" above your list it appears you are applying your critiques to the anyone and everyone in the military (and perhaps who ever served). I can confidently say that the vast majority who come across your post would join me in admonishing you for such negative generalities against the men and women of our armed services.
Is the DoD wasteful? You betcha, but name a department of the federal government that isn't. The military doesn't force you to pay taxes for a national defense; The Constitution is your culprit there--a national defense is called for in that document. You are that customer, sir. And you should be appreciative of what they, and the many who served before them have given, many with their lives, so that you and those you care about can enjoy the freedoms and opportunities this country provides.
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your time in the military. Hopefully, for everyone involved, it was relatively short. I have a strong feeling we'd have a difference of opinion as to why you didn't leave with a favorable attitude.