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[QUOTE=In my opinion, however, there are some soldiers who act immoral by many people's standards. Some may step over the line. But, I think the majority are fighting because it's their job, and they believe their job is essential to uphold the values and freedom we've established in the nation just as I believe. Also, in my opinion, I don't think it's fair to use a difference in political opinion or assumptions based on propaganda to judge these individuals in the way you have.[/QUOTE]
I believe that Irate brought up a point that is overdue in this discussion. There are codes of conduct that soldiers must adhere to or face court martial etc.; individuals are governed by the UCMJ, many countries, and individuals by the Geneva convention, and so forth. I am quite sure that there are some who would find many military actions immoral that are allowed within the "rules," however the reason that the civillian and military have separate justice systems is because they exist in vastly different environments. I have no doubt that some soldiers have both acted immorally and against regulations, war can really fuck with you mind, but I do not feel that it is appropriate to compare an accountant with a soldier (at least during wartime).
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--Sam Harris
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