Posted on Jul 2, 2020
Should the US Constitution (handbook version) be an inspectable item?
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This is from a company called Little Books of Wisdom
Big seller on amazon they have the us constitution to the Declaration of Independence to the articles of confederation plus more. Since we are suppose to be supporting and defending the US Constitution against enemies foreign and domestic.... shouldn’t our soldier stidy and ACTUALLY read the constitution since defending this is our FIRST mission as a service member? Do you think this little book should be an inspectable item in the present or near future? Comment below. I want to hear the opinions from other leaders out there. Disclaimer:if you are just going to comment negativity and hate due to your own ego.... then just keep scrolling. Thank you
Big seller on amazon they have the us constitution to the Declaration of Independence to the articles of confederation plus more. Since we are suppose to be supporting and defending the US Constitution against enemies foreign and domestic.... shouldn’t our soldier stidy and ACTUALLY read the constitution since defending this is our FIRST mission as a service member? Do you think this little book should be an inspectable item in the present or near future? Comment below. I want to hear the opinions from other leaders out there. Disclaimer:if you are just going to comment negativity and hate due to your own ego.... then just keep scrolling. Thank you
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At the PME II course there is a mod on the constitution and they issue a pocket version. I think the focus on constitutionality of orders is at a higher level, like the service and joint staff level (what PME II is for). Not really the tactical formation level.
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SrA Ronald Moore
A few of new Soldiers get out there on the Battle field, can Have A QuickTime Class on The Constitution cause it’s is what we defend
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It is important to understand what the Constitution actually says, but as far as an inspectable item, I don't think it really accomplishes much for readiness or discipline. It's just one more thing for Soldiers to carry around in their pockets, and we all know how often Soldiers actually read the literature we make them carry around...
In the long run, though, you have to ask yourself if it helps your Soldiers accomplish the mission any more effectively. A notebook, writing utensils, or watch can help save lives in the right situation, and the habit of carrying one in AND out of garrison is something that gives you a positive boost to readiness, even if Soldiers think it's stupid. Carrying a pocket Constitution, though, doesn't really add a tangible benefit to your Soldiers' ability to accomplish the mission.
If those 3.8oz of weight and space would consistently be better spent on a few more rounds of ammo, another packet of Cerasport, or more NODs batteries, it's probably smarter to prioritize that and build those habits by making them inspectable.
Smart cards can be useful, and I think a "US Civics" Smart Card, with explanations of how the different branches of government and legislation interact and fit together could be something to pass out.
In the long run, though, you have to ask yourself if it helps your Soldiers accomplish the mission any more effectively. A notebook, writing utensils, or watch can help save lives in the right situation, and the habit of carrying one in AND out of garrison is something that gives you a positive boost to readiness, even if Soldiers think it's stupid. Carrying a pocket Constitution, though, doesn't really add a tangible benefit to your Soldiers' ability to accomplish the mission.
If those 3.8oz of weight and space would consistently be better spent on a few more rounds of ammo, another packet of Cerasport, or more NODs batteries, it's probably smarter to prioritize that and build those habits by making them inspectable.
Smart cards can be useful, and I think a "US Civics" Smart Card, with explanations of how the different branches of government and legislation interact and fit together could be something to pass out.
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SrA Ronald Moore
Well Sir, 2 LT Noah Wyka, that why it should be taught in Basic Training, or right before One takes the oath of Service And defending the constitution, right then and There!Then it will free up that extra space for Ammo
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SrA Ronald Moore - I don't disagree, I think one or two days of Basic or AIT could be dedicated to learning about the nation and its government, but you have to ask, again, what does this do for warfighting ability? If they're in an MOS where knowledge of US laws and civic structure would benefit the force, sure!
For your average trigger-puller or truck driver, though, they don't necessarily need to have a detailed higher understanding of the US Constitution until they get further into their career where their decisions and advice have a larger impact.
For your average trigger-puller or truck driver, though, they don't necessarily need to have a detailed higher understanding of the US Constitution until they get further into their career where their decisions and advice have a larger impact.
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No, but it’d be great for you to give your SMs some homework to read and have discussions on the articles. Or even have a class on them and leave a lot of open room for discussion. Either would work great.
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