01-24-2013, 10:45 AM
Support roles are so different than the issues faced on the front lines.They are in harms way,in ways,yes, but not like they are in the trenches,so to speak.
The point of being qualified is very vague.Once "qualified" is defined by a specific set of guidelines and expectations,we would be able to enter into a definate and coherent discussion of those differences between the sexes.
Military women are tough,no doubt and I hold them in high regard,yet they are women and that brings into the conversation points that cannot be overlooked.By first look,this comment may be taken out of context,so let me clarify.My point is women are more emotional and compassionate.Leave it at for now as I am sure the chance will come to dwell more on that as the conversation continues.
I need to make it known,I have not known combat personally but I have served with many that have and spent many days and hours in close quarters during lengthy graphic conservations,drunk nights,relived nightmares while they spoke of their demons..
I am trying to give a different outlook which may or may not be accepted or considered and that is fine, but for those of you that think the concerns many have are due to being "qualified" or "capable" or women's need to know they are being treated equal...
Well,the words may be the same to those of each side of the fence and women can definatly fall into those catagories by both sides yet the criteria that we are using to place women within those catagories are so different.
When you understand about why those who have negative concerns,..have those concerns,you will come to a better understanding as to why this is much more intense than simple word classifications.
The point of being qualified is very vague.Once "qualified" is defined by a specific set of guidelines and expectations,we would be able to enter into a definate and coherent discussion of those differences between the sexes.
Military women are tough,no doubt and I hold them in high regard,yet they are women and that brings into the conversation points that cannot be overlooked.By first look,this comment may be taken out of context,so let me clarify.My point is women are more emotional and compassionate.Leave it at for now as I am sure the chance will come to dwell more on that as the conversation continues.
I need to make it known,I have not known combat personally but I have served with many that have and spent many days and hours in close quarters during lengthy graphic conservations,drunk nights,relived nightmares while they spoke of their demons..
I am trying to give a different outlook which may or may not be accepted or considered and that is fine, but for those of you that think the concerns many have are due to being "qualified" or "capable" or women's need to know they are being treated equal...
Well,the words may be the same to those of each side of the fence and women can definatly fall into those catagories by both sides yet the criteria that we are using to place women within those catagories are so different.
When you understand about why those who have negative concerns,..have those concerns,you will come to a better understanding as to why this is much more intense than simple word classifications.