You're fine bro. There is no such thing as an ex-Marine, just former "Active duty/Reserve" Marines, who in this case is acting like an asshat. Former Marine is fine.
I did not make the comparison. I just commented on theirs.
Why U.S. can?t get back to head of the class (because it was never there) - The Answer Sheet - The Washington Post
I would like to see the historical data that says we ranked #1 in education. I'm not saying it does not exist, but I...
My argument is that it is not an apples to apples comparison.
while you may be true that the federal government may not be able to run it better, it can't be run worse than the petty lord/fiefdom system eye have now. Most of the poor results have to do with poor parenting.
It is funny how he glosses over a simple fact when comparing US education to these other countries.
Their education programs are federally managed and funded.
Nope. Just another box in the room. Congress already knows about us, it was part of the bill they passed.
National Military Family Association: Government Shutdown 2013: What Military Families Need to Know
Second paragraph under "Will my service member be paid?"
Oh sting. But ironically enough you are the one who started the word definition wordplay, and somehow blamed it on me, while ignoring my logical question and attacking me personally. These actions seem to fit your above statement better than mine do.
It could be a cultural thing since i've seen Army salute without a cover but in the Marines we are not suppose to salute without a cover. I understand that presidents in the past have done it, that does not mean they were correct in doing so.
I'm explaining my culture for those who don't...
Not entirely true. Not acknowledging the salute is a breach of courtesy, but a salute is not required.
For example: While i was in uniform i saluted my CO and XO while they were in PT gear, but they did not not salute back. Instead they raised their hand and acknowledged that they saw the...
First question: Your congressman doesn't have to vote on DOD Instructions, they approved the Secretory of Defense, who appointed a Deputy Secretary of Defense who had this DOD Instructions drafted up.
Second question: These are not federal laws, they are guidelines for officers to follow, so...