What is wrong with our troops today? What are your thoughts on this problem child?
I think this goes to the general societal issue where it is okay or even cool to do the wrong thing. A lot of people, especially the younger generation, like to show off when they're "getting over" or otherwise flouting what used to be societal norms.
Just look at the number of pictures and videos on social media where people celebrate doing stupid things (the "Jackass" mentality) or even causing harm to others (people showing off when they commit crimes, to include the recent "Knockout Game" popularity).
What this young Soldier needs is a good counseling, perhaps some NJP. People posting death threats and other violent responses are just as bad and ignorant as, if not worse than, the lack of judgement this young and immature individual showed. Personally, I feel that she might not be mature enough for the responsibility of being a Soldier at this time, and may be in it more for selfish reasons than for service to something bigger than herself. But since she's already serving, hopefully she can be salvaged and turned into both a better Soldier and a better person, and this situation used as a learning opportunity for her and others with the same mindset.
Wow, what a no brainer this is, Art 15 the soldier and take her rocker. 30 days restriction and extra duty. Reassign to Old Guard in DC, TDY if you can, and put her in a supply room. Let her visit Arlington cemetery on a clean up detail and lets see how she feels then.
This was no different than the hundreds of soldiers who don't step outside at 1700 or duck inside to avoid the flag. Her comments about not caring make this different and she is now the poster child for every NCO to point to who complains basic is too easy and young soldiers are not disciplined enough.
Leadership challenge Sergeant, that's all.