How concerned are you about what you say in public?

2016-04-22T21:42:42-04:00

Where is your freedom of speech?

Response by SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2016 10:00 PM

2016-04-22T22:00:30-04:00

I do like to voice my opinion... And voice does not mean be loud and obnoxious.

Response by SFC Everett Oliver made Apr 22 at 2016 10:02 PM

2016-04-22T22:02:45-04:00

As the Commander of the local American Legion for the past 5 years it seems as though everyone in the village knows me and my house. So when I speak in public I do keep it on the subject and try hard not to comment on Political issues, and if I absolutely have to I make sure it is understood it is me speaking and not the American Legion. However that changes in the middle of Jun when the new Commander takes over.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2016 10:33 PM

2016-04-22T22:33:56-04:00

MAJ David Vermillion In public, I show consideration for others. No loud talking, swearing, or otherwise rude behavior.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Apr 22 at 2016 11:41 PM

2016-04-22T23:41:43-04:00

MAJ David Vermillion As adults, we need to appreciate our audience. My grandsons are nearing their mid-20s, they are exposed to different verbiage and more nuanced opinions from G'pa they were as children!

Response by SPC Kenneth Koerperich made Apr 23 at 2016 1:45 AM

2016-04-23T01:45:23-04:00

I use it daily. If I don't, I wouldn't be in the position I'm in now. Trying to be PC/not butt hurt somebody is for childish people. If you can't handle the truth/read the truth per se, you shouldn't ask/be part of the conversation.

My opinion is mine, yours is yours. We can agree, or disagree. That is what makes it an opinion. Part of the thought process & if others are offended, so be it.

Suck it up buttercup!

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 23 at 2016 1:20 PM

2016-04-23T13:20:42-04:00

Politeness and respect are very worthy character traits. But when dealing with the endless variety of people in society, one not-too-infrequently crosses paths with another who has no concept of those terms. I give them one shot, and only one. Then I match fire with fire...actually, I use a much bigger gun. That is how I deal with those people, and how I always will. Life is too short to allow assholes to think they are the Sun, Moon, and Stars!!!

Response by SPC Brian Mason made Apr 23 at 2016 7:04 PM

2016-04-23T19:04:31-04:00

I'm not going to walk around on eggshells for fear of offending every person about every little thing. I don't give out blind respect, with exception of people who have rank/titles/etc. That is a given in respecting the title first before knowing the person. This PC Liberal, 'offended at everything' and 'Don't invade my personal safety bubble." is ridiculous and childish. I can guarantee......other countries laugh and mock us b/c of what we've allowed to happen. The Army in my day (2003-2009) was not this SOFT. I was mostly with 10th MTN DIV. We had women in our platoons and female Medics in a sister company. They were some of the best medics I worked with and a few could pull their weight like many infantry guys.
There are countries in which the Women are more threatening than the men in their military. This gender mess and waiving every physical/emotional problem just to get Numbers needs to stop. Even though I'm partially handicapped, I would re-enlist and serve in some capacity if things changed.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2016 12:22 AM

2016-04-26T00:22:19-04:00

I watch what i say because i know that i have a potty mouth at times. It's not the freedom of speech that concerns me; i was taught to always be respectful and to be mindful of your audience...both intended and unintended.