What should we do with the General who said talking to Congress was "treason"?

2015-04-11T12:49:13-04:00

In my opinion, the military has flexed its authority muscle against political expression in the ranks too much. I understand stopping disrespect and inflammatory remarks against those in charge, but where do we draw the line to stop those with power of authority from influencing those under their charge? Sometimes it really is the expression of an opinion on an issue and nothing more. I am glad this General was fired. I hope it starts a trend toward restoring the ability of military members to express support and disagreement on issues.
What do you think should be done to protect the rights of civil political discourse for those who serve?
http://www.stripes.com/news/af-general-who-said-protesting-a-10-decision-was-treason-removed-from-post-1.339480

AF general who said protesting A-10 decision was ‘treason’ removed from post

The Air Force general who told airmen that speaking to Congress about plans to retire the A-10 Thunderbolt amounts to treason has left his command position and been reprimanded, the Air Combat Command said Friday.

Response by SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA made Apr 11 at 2015 12:54 PM

2015-04-11T12:54:15-04:00

Treason is a big word. No one should be accused of treason for speaking to our bosses (Congress). While it could potentially be inappropriate, it is certainly not treason. His punishment is appropriate.

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made Apr 11 at 2015 1:07 PM

2015-04-11T13:07:28-04:00

I think his remarks were taken out of context.

Response by SSG Leonard Johnson made Apr 11 at 2015 1:49 PM

2015-04-11T13:49:31-04:00

Also I can really say, is another liberal general bites the dust. This is what happens when you appoint yes-men to senior leadership positions. When they put political aspirations above troops on the ground, or their own aspirations above the Constitution. Thank God, there was younger leaders who had the balls to stick up to this general and the politicians and came forward. Good job! Liberals you lose.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 11 at 2015 2:47 PM

2015-04-11T14:47:32-04:00

My gut reaction to the headline was that some whiny "milenial" was crying again. That's a major reason that the army is having issues today. Some one gets their feelings hurt for getting put in their place and next thing you know they cry hazing. In my opinion those guys are committing treason by sabotaging the Army. This general on the other hand is the type of senior leader that gets under my skin. The A-10 has save my ass. Anyone speaking ill of the A10 and promotes one of the less-effective, more-costly options have interests other than the safety of our Soldiers, and the defense of our nation, at heart.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 11 at 2015 9:20 PM

2015-04-11T21:20:17-04:00

Some times it is like being a mechanic with having just a limited amount of tools in his tool box to use . And one Day someone comes and tells him it is time to retired the one of the best tools in your tool box . This person is not even a mechanic . You don't think you would have something to say about it ? I know if it is me I will throw a fit ! I would call them names too!

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 12 at 2015 12:39 PM

2015-04-12T12:39:00-04:00

He should be retired for exhibiting grossly poor judgment in an audience of the Air Force, DOD, and the nation.