Why or why not?
2007-01-16 13:33:47 · 25 answers · asked by Rosebee 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I have nothing against the U.S. military. I think that they are brave, self-less heroes who are fighting for the causes of a deranged, power-hungry, corrupt Republican Administration.
2007-01-17 01:35:54 · answer #1 · answered by Optimistic 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I have a son in the Navy. Before that he wanted to join the Marines, after seeing the coverage of the war he didn't want to join the marines and I did what I could to get him out from going to the marines. Then he started getting into drugs with his friends. Well as a parent I gave him a choice, continue his education (college), get a job and stick with it, or join the military. I took him to the Navy recruiters office and let him talk to them. He joined the Navy, is happy doing his job, and is really excelling at it. I am very proud of my son for getting his life in order, and staying away from the drugs.
Kids have choices, as a parent all we can do is support them and try to guide them in the right direction. Saying no to the military isn't the right thing to do if it is a valid option. Look at the choices that your child has, and what future they might have with the choices that are out there.
Many people try to say the military is mostly undereducated losers. Well I can honestly say from my own 18 years of experience, that the military values education, and can bring out the best in most people. The training received in the military can't be duplicated in public schools, or even college. The military encourages it's people to seek higher education with so many programs. Seaman to Admiral is a program to get a college education, Tuition Assistance pays 100% of college tuition. ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps), and there is even space for enlisted to apply for the Naval Academy Annapolis. So as a parent I tell my kids to give the military a serious look, don't just discount the military as a killing machine.
2007-01-17 00:06:51 · answer #2 · answered by GIOSTORMUSN 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
My oldest was not interested at all in the military, and my youngest spent 4 years and was out on a disability.
Many 'children' joined the military and worked behind the lines,fought, were wounded, maimed and were killed so this country (and others) can have the freedoms and opportunities we now enjoy...including coming on here making stupid remarks about our military and leaders, without fear of reprisal from our gov't.
2007-01-16 21:53:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Once they hit 18 do I really have a choice? Of course if I didn't want them to go, I could run a guilt trip over them... cut them off financially...but then what good will that do? 1)It wouldn't matter because if they joined...they would get income through military. 2)They could not join and resent me....
Got to let kids make their own decisions and learn from them.
2007-01-16 22:06:11 · answer #4 · answered by Jessica 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I would.
Even in time of war, the military is a good career that offers an outstanding benefits package, not to mention training in cutting edge technology that can be used on the outside to make a great career. You can go to college and they will pay for it, too
There are risks involved, so it would have to be their decision. I would make sure they knew what they were doing and weren't just following a friend or something. I've been in for 16 years, so I feel qualified to spot any bs reasons they might have. Being a veteran, I also know the importance of having people that are dedicated to what they are doing rather than someone who enlisted because their friends did. The difference is immediately noticable.
2007-01-16 21:47:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋
Having been to war and knowing what the military is like, I plan to actively encourage my son to join the military. The things I learned and the person I have become are all thanks to the military.
I can say to my grandchildren that I did something that mattered. I've given my family something to be proud of for generations to come. I would very much like my son to feel the same way about what he does.
I also feel service to your country should be mandatory. If someone doesn't do it, how will it get done?
2007-01-16 22:31:09 · answer #6 · answered by justind_000 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have been in the Navy for 18 years. Totally up to him (2 boys). If either did go in, I would prefer Navy or Air Force. The only reason I would not recommend is, the Military is so college oriented now, the Navy is requiring degree's for Senior Enlisted, (not a bad thing), but he could go to college for four years without all the crap you have to deal with, even if it is mostly free. Mixed Mommy Emotions, blahhhhh.
2007-01-16 21:42:03 · answer #7 · answered by tenu g 2 · 4⤊ 2⤋
It is not MY choice.
It is not my job to make the decision for them, but to help them make the best decisions for themselves.
Service is a personal thing. While many of us have it is for our own reasons that we went.
I served in the Navy.
My oldest served, and died, in the Army.
I have two more sons who are also interested in military service. If that is their choice I have no alternative but to guide and help them make the best they can. If they choose to be garbage collectors, my job would be the same.
2007-01-16 21:54:01 · answer #8 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Of course. I would also let any one of my nieces and nephews join as well.
It's my opinion that nothing is more honorable than serving one's country.
Edit: How can ANY person give answers which see nothing wrong with people joining the military a thumbs-down? I really wish that system wasn't anonymous!
2007-01-16 21:41:37 · answer #9 · answered by The_Cricket: Thinking Pink! 7 · 6⤊ 2⤋
CHILDREN don't join the military...typically, you have to be 18 years old to enlist, which is an adult.
If I had a son or daughter who was 18 (or older), I couldn't really stop them from joining. As an adult, it would be their decision to make.
2007-01-16 21:49:35 · answer #10 · answered by timm1776 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋