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Feb 12, 2004 02:44

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keledy February 12 2004, 05:53:47 UTC
*head explodes*

on a tangential topic, why is military service so important to politicians? do they honestly believe that if you've fought for your country, it somehow makes you a better person? that because you've subjected yourself to the possibility of being killed and gay trysts, you have the right to rule the nation?

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redherring February 12 2004, 05:56:42 UTC
In the US, I would assume it's seen as an asset since the Pres is Commander in Chief, and perhaps people believe that you'd do a better job leading others if you've been in their position.

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Re: quantumbitch February 12 2004, 06:26:04 UTC
Presidents who've had military service are not trigger quick to enter into war. When they do, they do so with an understanding of the logistics and respect for military advisors. It's not necessary, since Clinton was very careful on which conflicts had U.S. participation; however, military service is not something to be disregarded and disrespected as if it does not contribute positively to a presidency.

Gay trysts never hurt.

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la_deesse February 24 2004, 11:16:35 UTC
i love to point out that thomas jefferson never did any military service, and i think he was a darned good president even if he could have been less racist.

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techieguru February 24 2004, 11:18:14 UTC
Yeah, we all could be less racist.

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la_deesse February 24 2004, 11:31:20 UTC
i'm sorry if that sounded flippant. wasn't my intention.

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techieguru February 24 2004, 12:19:59 UTC
No, no, it didn't. Jefferson is one of my favorites, anyway. :)

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