The Female More Deadly Than The Male. AKA Miltary Woman .
(quote from: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/10/rick-santorum-women-military-combat-roles_n_1267851.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003 ) Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum expressed skepticism on Thursday about a recent decision by the Pentagon to open up more military roles for women on the front lines, suggesting their "emotions" could create a "compromising situation" if they were thrown into combat.
Asked by CNN's John King if the move, "perhaps opening the door to a broader role for women in combat," was an idea he'd support as president, Santorum responded:
"I want to create every opportunity for women to be able to serve this country, and they do so in an amazing and wonderful way and they're a great addition -- and they have been for a long time -- to the armed services of our country."
Then came the big "but."
"But I do have concerns about women in front-line combat, I think that could be a very compromising situation, where people naturally may do things that may not be in the interest of the mission, because of other types of emotions that are involved," Santorum continued. "It already happens, of course, with the camaraderie of men in combat, but I think it would be even more unique if women were in combat, and I think that's probably not in the best interest of men, women or the mission."
Santorum has frequently been vocal about his personal beliefs on the dynamic of soldiers in the military. He opposed the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell," suggesting that openly gay soldiers would upset the order in barracks because they would be in "close quarters" with their comrades.
The new Pentagon guidelines, which now go to Congress, "still ban women from serving as infantry, armor and special operations forces, which are considered the most dangerous combat jobs," the Associated Press reports. Instead, they'll be allowed to serve in existing roles such as medics, military police, helicopter pilots and intelligence officers at the battalion level, meaning their duties could bring them much closer to combat. Some were quick to note that this had already been taking place in some military operations.
If lawmakers don't act to counter the change, the new measures will be adopted into official Pentagon policy.
UPDATE:
Santorum clarified his comments in an interview Friday morning on NBC's "Today":
"[I meant] exactly what I said," he maintained. "When you have men and women together in combat, I think there's -- men have emotions when you see a woman in harm's way. I think it's something that's natural, that's very much in our culture to be protective, and that was my concern."
Santorum then rejected a suggestion by NBC's Ann Curry that some had interpreted his original remarks to be a commentary on
"women being emotional."
"I've never raised that as a concern. No, the issue is -- and certainly one that has been talked about for a long, long time -- is how men would react to seeing women in harm's way, or potentially being injured or in a vulnerable position, and not being concerned about accomplishing the mission."
Under this Cut is a pic spam, first one I've ever done, it's not a fandom, it's because of what that idiot man has said above. Women are strong, those who chose to fight have every right too, have every right to do it right next to their male counter parts.
If I take it from what he is said; it is the men that have the problem, so not only did he get one sex with one blow but two. A solider should be a solider no matter their sex or sexuality.
They want to live and die for this country? Can't he see what they are giving up? The path they have chosen? It's noble to go out there knowing very well that your life can be put at risk. That danger is everywhere and you aren't sure if you are going to make it home.
They do this so that everyone they love can stay here: safe and unharmed. They do this so that he can have his rights. So that we all can have our rights. They are mothers, daughters, sisters, and aunts, they are a part of us.
It is a dishonor to them to speak as if they can not fight just because they do not have their sex organs hanging on the in side. Just as it is a dishonor to say just because you find your own sex to be your liking that you will be checking out your bunk mates. I think you have more on your mind when you are in a war zone. It shouldn't matter. Everyone should have a chance to follow their own path.
I am no warrior. I will never be one. That doesn't mean I am not forever grateful to the men and women that are. Bless them and may they all return safe to their families.
(That no matter what I do seems to have the same have pictures in there twice, I am just going to leave it.)
But this one is for the women:
Mrs. Betty Gillies was the first woman Air Force pilot to be “flight checked” and accepted by the Women’s Auxiliary Ferring Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo) http://wingsacrossamerica.us/wasp/baselist.htm
People are missing you, please come home safely and remember you are loved.
Please comment and add pictures, stories and what ever else. I am also going to leave this un-friend locked. Something else I don't do. IF you find your picture here, please note that I didn't take it for evil things but because I wanted to honor you, so please don't sue or be mad.
All my love.
Miss Gigi