MilFraud: Where have all the Honest soldiers gone?

2014-11-17T07:10:59-05:00

Seems like every week we learn of yet another soldier accused or convicted of dishonesty. Many are commissioned officers. What can be done to improve honesty and integrity among soldiers?

http://bigstory.ap.org/article/fdd712bdd3ae4369a5e34be7da8c7c3e/prosecutors-troubled-extent-military-fraud

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2014 7:32 AM

2014-11-17T07:32:14-05:00

One way to improve honesty and integrity, SGM Private RallyPoint Member, is to punish those who violate the law, are dishonest, and lack integrity - to the maximum extent possible. I believe that could have an effect on others who may be teetering on the edge of doing something stupid (illegal, dishonest, unethical). Make an example of the violators to discourage others from following in their footsteps.

Response by SSG Jason Cherry made Nov 17 at 2014 8:25 AM

2014-11-17T08:25:52-05:00

Stop sweeping things under the rug, and slapping wrists...

People see crimes happen and when the perpetrator is caught, they get what amounts to a time-out and stern talking to.

Start pinning criminals to the wall, and watch the instances of crime drop.

Response by PO1 Ron Clark made Nov 17 at 2014 10:18 AM

2014-11-17T10:18:28-05:00

Some are still in uniform, however the number of fraudulent appear to be out numbering the honest ones! I guess they are not afraid of the consequences of being caught!