I. Am. Absolutely. Disgusted.
....building a wall. That you wanna budget. Keeping people from freedom. Thats all apparently all you do Trump. Keep people from their rights as free citizens! He now wants to prevent transgender people from the military at all. I am appalled.
He uses the words 'disruption' and 'burden' to describe people who struggle and suffer with their sexual/gender identity crises. People who fight to be treated the same and earn the same rights as everyone else. Rights they DESERVE. This is a direct violation. Why not segregate again? Put people of Islam or indian decent into internment camps because of Al Queda?? This is ABSURD. There needs to be a flood of people in front of the white house right now to show how wrong this is!!!
Here's the deal with direct quotes from Donald Trump....
President Trump said he will ban transgender people from serving in the military in any capacity, a reversal of the Obama administration decision that would have allowed them to serve, he announced on social media on Wednesday.
Citing the need to focus on victory, Trump said that the military cannot accept the burden of higher medical costs and “disruption” that transgender troops would require.
“After consultation with my Generals and military experts, please be advised that the United States Government will not accept or allow transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military,” Trump wrote on Twitter. “Our military must be focused on decisive and overwhelming victory and cannot be burdened with the tremendous medical costs and disruption that transgender in the military would entail.”
Heres the washington post article if anyone is interested....
https://www.washingtonpost.com/amphtml/news/post-politics/wp/2017/07/26/trump-announces-ban-on-transgender-people-in-u-s-military/
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STOPGood for Trump. The military is for fighting, not social experimentation.
Its not about experimentation its about having the same rights as EVERYONE else. Rights they DESERVE as American citizens. Its obvious youve never been on or seen the darker side of being made feel dirty, judged, and tormented and the atrocities committed that these people endure because of ignorance and a lack of equality. In that case, should women not be allowed to serve at all anymore? Theres things to protect the 'victory above all' things.... but this isnt one of them. I understand if a trans was pre-op, undergoing transformation therapies, surgies etc and wanted a free ride thats a no go. But an all out NO YOU ARE ALL A BURDEN IS ABSOLUTE GARBAGE. I understand the cost of a transitioning person. And what some may call a burden that comes along. But being a transgender does NOT necessarily mean they are a BURDEN to serving alongside the other heros of our country and that they shouldnt have a right to do so.
This issue has nothing to do with equality, and everything to do with the purpose of the military.
I understand you reject this point of view.
Study: Trump’s Trans Ban in the Military Will Save Taxpayers Up to $8.4 Million Annually
What is obvious is that you know absolutely nothing about the military (see story about my grandson elsewhere in this thread). People are rejected for all kinds of reasons, most of which have nothing to do with whether or not you have a swinging dick - or want one (or not, as the case may be).
By the way, your Subject is nonsense. Trump isn't rounding up transgendered folks and having them shot (that's what happens in wars: folks get dead) - it's a cheap shot at Trump. If you want to be taken seriously, and respected, cut out the cheap shots and stick to the facts.
Keep drinking the koolaid buddy..... Bodies are bodies..... we are all looked at as sheep including yourself.
facts... Shes quoted him, your intellect is a prime example of the bigotry and hate of the Drump supporter.
Actually, I am not a Trump supporter. When he's right, I support him, when he's wrong, I criticize him, but let's not let facts stand in the way of a good leftist rant, eh?
I am not going to comment on the issue at hand, but I will say this. There is no such thing as equal rights or equal anything in the military. There are all kinds of people with all kinds of issues that are not allowed to serve. People with physical limitations are told all the time they are not allowed to serve. Mental issues? Forget about it. Shady background? Forget about it. Once again, I am not commenting on today's decision, but the word equal doesn't apply to the military. That is just reality.
My grandson wanted to join the Marine Corps...after his father and his grandfather (me)...he was rejected because of a minor allergic reaction to dish detergent. He has not complained that the Corps "declared war" on him - just accepted the decision sadly and got on with his life.
Just read this piece, so will insert it into the discussion here:
Veteran's Honest Reaction to Trump's Transgender Ban Set to Go Viral: 'Before You Call Me a Homophobe…'
Good read.
Only 23% of Americans believe transgender military is a good idea
Nearly $4 BILLION - taxpayers' money - that's nearly half the cost of a super carrier like a Gerald R. Ford class...You shouldnt have to choose between who you are and wanting to serve your country. Thats against everything this country was built on. At one point women were that "23%"... african americans.... native americans. Doesn't mean they were wrong. Stop being on the wrong side of history my friend. Media propaganda reallly brainwashes the shit out of people that dont actually open their eyes to reality. Especially the set-in-their-ways, withering-away, close-minded group of people stuck in a 1910 mindset. Were youre future, whats left of it. Maybe try to be a little more open minded instead of a sheep.
Again: You know nothing about the military, where equality has never existed. Please stop embarrassing yourself.
So that being said, in admittance that theres never been equality... which is what our country stands for....doesnt that mean time for change? But the irony here is you support steemit and cryptocurrencies which is being demonized by our government you love. So you may or may not be committing what will be deemed treasonous acts. So enjoy your hypocracy.
Ive existed in a military life my entire life so stop insulting my intelligence. Woman werent allowed to serve. Now they can. Gays werent allowed to serve. Now they can. Stop being a hate monger and a troll. Negativity isnt welcome here. Save that for your Trump rallies. Good day Sir. Steemit is not the place for your vibes. Dharmas a bitch my dear.
Did you have to pay for your Victim Card, dearie?
Another take on the subject:
Former Transgender: Trump 'Made Right Decision,' 'Military Is a Fighting Force, Not a Gender Clinic'
The pull quote: