I cannot believe I'm writing this... or that it's even an issue

Ok…

I’ve been quiet on FB regarding the idiocracy in this crazy country, world, planet, solar system. I don’t like to be quiet about such things, but I decided a while back to lay a bit low on some of this stuff. There is just way too much anger, hatred, negativity and ugliness (and way too many Oxford commas ;)) out there to contribute to it. I’ve contributed my fair share, but this pot stirs itself quite well without my help.

 

So it’s ironic I dabble into this topic: Tranny’s in the military. (Get over my non-PC terminology)

 

Oompa-Loompa-in-Chief Trump has banned them from the military. Why?

I think it’s probably fairly obvious where I stand on transsexualism. (To clear any confusion, keep reading.) I have a good friend who has a child dealing with this and we just don’t see eye-to-eye. That’s ok. Doesn’t mean we are mortal enemies. (Take note, world.) We just don’t really discuss the issue. We have more beliefs in common than separate, so we are grown-ups and just respect each other anyway.

On the face of this, I really must say though… I’m not sure BANNING them from the military is the right answer. As twisted as it is… America is THEIR country too. I’ve not served, so my perspective here is limited. But, the battlefield and the bullets flying don’t care where you want to pee. If a bullet finds meat, it doesn’t care whether you used to wrestle boys or girls.

To me, they have every right to serve our country. I’m not about to belittle their service because they have identity issues. Most ‘normal’ people don’t serve. If you make the decision to do so, you are to be appreciated. Period.

Now, do I have an issue with the optics of it? Sure. I’m flawed and honest enough to admit that. There is something silly to me about an American soldier named Jenny, but born Jim, being on the battlefield facing our enemies. But, they have the right to die a hero for you and me as much as anyone. Or they should. And when they fire a bullet, it’ll kill the enemy just like anyone else’s. Being a hero should be gender-agnostic.

 I’m so sick of this whole issue. Completely. This whole climate and the fact it’s even an issue is an argument against its validity as an issue in the first place, quite honestly.

Translated: You can’t open Pandora’s Box and not expect to deal with its contents.

You don’t have to agree with the validity of transsexualism to appreciate their sacrifice and willingness, as Americans, to die so you can enjoy your first-world problems.

Now…

I’m not done. J

 All this said, I also believe in military morale. And this is where my lack of service really shows, because I’m ignorant on a literal ‘bunker mentality’. I don’t want soldiers out there uncomfortable with the person next to them. (That goes both ways). I think much of that discomfort is probably unwarranted, but if it’s there, then it matters. When bullets are flying, you’re a meat bag out there. If you’re worrying why Jenny, er Jim, er whoever, is out there too, I’m guessing you won’t be worrying about much of anything for long.

If the discomfort is rooted in a testosterone-filled mindset, I’d say grow up. I’m open to a legit reason behind opposition though. Educate me.

Why a tranny (get over it) would WANT to be out there facing not only bullets but abuse from their own mates is beyond me.  But, if it hurts morale, it’s not worth it. Find a solution to put them in other positions or with troops who don’t care.

I don’t know where the balance between troop morale and allowing this lies, but it shouldn’t rest on a hill of macho pride. All I believe, is if bullets are flying past me, I don’t care who’s out there with me helping me… I’m just appreciative that they are.

I’ve got a lot of military friends. And I have an idea where they probably fall on this. And I don’t blame them as long as they can articulate why. What don’t I know? What am I not considering here? The only thing I can think of is them trying to get military dollars to pay for their ‘transition’… which I oppose in every way.

Trust me… I’m a little surprised by my own stance here. Lol… I do not support any kind of LGBT agenda. I will look for ways to oppose it when it makes sense. Doesn’t mean I hate them. It means I’m opposed to making special rules for people who think they deserve them. I oppose special rules FOR people… and I oppose special rules AGAINST people. (If you want to discuss this in detail, I’ll be happy to show my consistency here.) Keeping tranny’s out of the military is the first thing I’d consider a true attack on a group of people. Their right to defend our country is actually being taken away. That’s a dangerous precedent.

 Just as the slippery slope can go fast one direction (special LGBT privileges), it can also go the other (attacking and oppressing.) I’m opposed to both. (See? Consistency.)

I’m probably going to be lauded by more liberal friends than I feel comfortable with (giggle), but I legitimately think this is a pointless topic. This is no sanctity of marriage argument. No spiritual angle here to point Biblically and rest against. It’s not a safety issue, either, really. It’s just nonsense.

I’m NOT on board with opening up bathrooms to ‘wherever you want to go.’ I’m not for giving special rights to people just because they claim victimhood and parade for it. Not one little bit.

But, if you love this country enough to fight for it?

Thank you.