Do you think it possible for him to win his court martial which in effect would be declaring Bush's war illegal.
2007-01-03 16:41:32 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
He is not a coward. He is making a sacrifice either way by going to war in Iraq or fighting this "war" here with the military. He has alot to lose. Maybe you should read what he says before you judge him.
He has said that it is one of a soldier's duties to uphold the Constitution, and by taking this stand he believes that he is doing that. More soldier's should do the same. This war is illegal, it violates all kinds of Geneva Conventions, not to mention the facts were misconstrued to Congress and the American public.
Why aren't more people outraged that we were lied to by this administration? If they wanted the war (and I do believe that it would have been necessary eventually because Iraq/Iran CANNOT have nukes) why didn't the administration just say so? The American public could have handled that! Instead it was suggested that there were WMD's and that Saddam was part of Al Queda.
Thousands of our boys are dying over there! American casualties FAR surpass that of 9/11, and for what reason?!
2007-01-03 17:49:08 · answer #1 · answered by Jamie R 4 · 3⤊ 4⤋
Is it against the regulation, no! The officers Oath is as follows: "I, _____ , having been appointed an officer interior the army of the united states, as indicated above interior the grade of _____ do solemnly swear (or verify) that i will assist and shelter the form of the united states against all enemies, distant places or better half and young ones, that i will undergo genuine faith and allegiance to the comparable; that I take this criminal duty freely, with out any psychological reservations or purpose of evasion; and that i will properly and faithfully discharge the responsibilities of the place of work upon which i'm approximately to head into; So help me God." An Officer delivers to assist and shelter the form... no longer a individual. "Following Orders" did no longer function a protection for German or jap officers following international conflict II. IF the ideas on Lt Watada is right... i think of he could have been approved to resign his value on the top of his obligated provider. yet, as others factor out: the UCMJ and military rules have little appreciation for deserters, habit unbecoming, or such. I DO think of he merits time for his offenses
2016-10-06 10:09:32 · answer #2 · answered by wiemer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, if cpngress did vote for the war (which they did not) that wouldn't make it any less illegal. If every citizen in the US voted for the war it would still be illegal.
Watada is a hero, because he is willing to throw intl law in the faces of this country and accept the consequences.
A soldier is REQUIRED to disobey an illega order. An order to fight in an illegal war is itself illegal.
Watada is just following military law.
2007-01-03 18:08:53 · answer #3 · answered by bettysdad 5 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I agree with Micaso197...I don't think he'll win the case and I don't think he's a hero. Illegal or legal, the fact is the US is at war, what was he thinking when he joined the military?
2007-01-03 17:05:49 · answer #4 · answered by jc freak 2 · 3⤊ 3⤋
He's not a hero and as an officer, a shame to his uniform, not matter his beliefs. He swore an oath upon taking his commision in the United States Army that includes the phrase "Against all enemies, foreign and domestic"
No he won't win his court martial and I hope he gets at LEAST 20 years for being a coward. Too bad it's not like it was in WW2, they would just take him out back and shoot him for cowardice long before a court martial.
2007-01-03 16:54:39 · answer #5 · answered by Seattle SeaBee 2 · 7⤊ 5⤋
No he is not a hero. He has broken an oath and a contract. When one joins the military (as I did) A person signs an obligation to serve a set number of years. In my case it was 4 active and 2 inactive (meaning that I could be called back to full duty within that 2 years) Before leaving for boot camp recruits are "sworn in" and are obligated to serve their country in "time of peace and war" It is a breech of contract on his behalf and he should have never joined if he couldn't handle the responsibility.
USMC 1989-1994
2007-01-03 16:52:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 9⤊ 5⤋
Not me. And what illegal war are you referring to?
The man took an oath and did not live up to it. He should lose his silver bar and wear corporal stripes or be reduced in rank to that of Specialist for cowardice and conduct unbecoming an officer of the United States Army. He should also serve time.
2007-01-03 16:55:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 4⤋
He is a seditious coward and deserves to go to Levenworth for life. He joined the military, part of that job discription is going to war. This action was voted on by congress and passes and was passed by the UN. Despite what is being thrown out as rhetoric this war is legal. He cannot put himself above elected officials. He deserves more than what the coutmartial will give him.
2007-01-03 16:54:14 · answer #8 · answered by JFra472449 6 · 7⤊ 5⤋
THE war is not illegal! Congress voted for it that means democrats too. Further more when the dude signed his name on the line he did it full well knowing that there is always the possiblity of war. He was not drafted and force to join! He did it of his own free well.
For cryout loud that's like saying I am going to be a cop however I will not go in on a domestic voilence call because my life would be in danger.
Or I am going to be a firefighter, however I will not help put out fires in apartment buildings.
2007-01-03 16:51:22 · answer #9 · answered by wondermom 6 · 7⤊ 6⤋
He is not a hero. But it is a good thing that he is fighting for what he believes in. I do not think he can win. And I do not think it is right what he is doing. You do know when you join the military that you must follow no matter what. He is going back on his oath, so what does that make him?
2007-01-03 16:46:28 · answer #10 · answered by micaso1971 5 · 5⤊ 7⤋