As many of you know, Gen. Peter Pace called homosexuality "immoral", and now there are some gay activists who are calling for a public apology. I disagree with Pace's statement, but I really have to wonder what good a public apology would do. After all, assuming there is indeed any damage, it's already been done. And not only that, but any apology that would come out of Pace's mouth would be insincere.
2007-03-13 02:53:38 · 12 answers · asked by tangerine 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
That is his opinion and he made it public. That is his right. No one should apologize for stating his opinion. I think it is only an issue when a person is a celebrity, politician, military, or just in the public eye. You can hear this stuff every day and you do not hear a roar for a public apology. You can a regular citizen being interviewed on the news and you will not hear any groups demand that Joe Blow apologize. I think that brings another issue of going after the "big dogs". These are the ones who can bring the most attention to their cause. If you go after one then go after all. You are right an apology would be insincere.
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2007-03-13 03:41:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why apologize? There is a freedom of speech in America. Pace is right. Morality does have a place in America and in its military. And Political Correctness does not have a place in the military. The military should not 'sensitive'. 'Sensitive armies' are not efficient armies. The military allows homosexuals to serve, but not public homosexuals. This immorality would make other soldiers uncomfortable.
2007-03-13 03:01:18 · answer #2 · answered by Daniel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never understood the value of a public apology. Once words are said, you can't unsay them. This guy said what he said, and now he's got to either stand by it or look like an insincere scumbag. Either option is not attractive. Perhaps government and military officials need to keep their minds out of other people's bedrooms and on their own jobs.
2007-03-13 03:08:48 · answer #3 · answered by Bush Invented the Google 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
General Pace was asked his PERSONAL OPINION don't ask don't tell is the rule. He owes know no an apologly but you watch he will be forced to. If he is anykind of General he'll stand his gound. At least I hope so.
2007-03-13 03:02:38 · answer #4 · answered by mo55440 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why should he apologize to them? he has the right to say whatever he want to say. Freedom of Speech anyone? Besides, they asked for his personal opinion. So, there it is. the activists are taking too seriously about this, that's my personal view.
2007-03-13 03:08:31 · answer #5 · answered by MiSz JaY 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Apologies do not really accomplish much by leaders except make the leader appar weak in his or her beliefs.
2007-03-13 03:09:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
comparable element got here approximately to me on the 1st actual question I published.... and that i've got seen it take place to particularly some different persons... except the question grew to become into rephrased or you published in extra beneficial than one catagory maximum folk ought to have given you the earnings of the doubt
2016-10-18 06:36:57 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What happened to "don't ask, don't tell" the most brilliant policy to come out of the Clinton Admin.?
2007-03-13 03:18:21 · answer #8 · answered by Truth B. Told ITS THE ECONOMY STUPID 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone should silence others free speech
Loosen up a bit. And don't be so offended by every little thing
2007-03-13 03:00:08 · answer #9 · answered by John 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
well....a 'public apology' places ones man 'reputation' on the line....although it might not seem sincere...but he is willing to put his self-esteem and reputation at stake.....that's why Philipines is asking Jap to make a public apology ...'again'....some ppl rather die than let their self-esteem and reputation down...jz my 2cents...
2007-03-13 03:42:47 · answer #10 · answered by nirvanalive88 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋