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GhostRider
09-23-2014, 13:48
Ya, well what do you expect??? Nothing surprises me anymore, At least the Marine didn't have to hold his coffee for him.....
StagLefty
09-23-2014, 13:56
What a piece of shit for a CIC !!!!!
Ranger353
09-23-2014, 14:39
I am not surprised. Most Americans do not even understand the significance of the salute. It is more than just a greeting or ritual, it is symbolic of mutual respect for our men and women in uniform. When a subordinate renders a crisp salute the very least you can do is render the same in return, to do otherwise is disrespectful to the rank you wear and the position you hold. You are leading those men and women, you must lead by example and show respect for their service. To put it in terms that explains it best, as the leader you serve your people first, then tend to your needs afterwards.
Jesus Christ, the Zapruder film is higher quality than this.
Jesus Christ, the Zapruder film is higher quality than this.
nvrmind.
Zundfolge
09-23-2014, 16:30
Of all the egregious things this man has done as president this is probably the most minor (and really isn't wrong).
The President is not a member of the military and as such returning a salute is arguably a breech of protocol. So whether it's a proper salute or a flippant one with a coffee in his hand is a non issue. The tradition of returning the Marines' salutes while getting off Marine 1 is a Reagan era invention (not long standing tradition).
But hell, if this is what we can impeach him on, why not. :D
Aloha_Shooter
09-23-2014, 16:52
The tradition of returning the Marines' salutes while getting off Marine 1 is a Reagan era invention (not long standing tradition).
I believe the reason Reagan and both Bushes returned salutes was that they appreciated what the gesture meant and the men who were giving them the salutes. Clinton and Obama don't care and never will care so they were and are half-assed about it. I wouldn't get eaten up over it because service members have other ways to understand the Clintons and Obamas don't give two figs for us, our traditions, or the Constitution we have sworn to protect.
SideShow Bob
09-23-2014, 18:14
Jesus Christ, the Zapruder film is higher quality than this.
I think we know what you are thinking with that remark. Expect the Black Helicopters in..... Three....... Two.......
StagLefty
09-23-2014, 18:29
Of all the egregious things this man has done as president this is probably the most minor (and really isn't wrong).
The President is not a member of the military and as such returning a salute is arguably a breech of protocol. So whether it's a proper salute or a flippant one with a coffee in his hand is a non issue. The tradition of returning the Marines' salutes while getting off Marine 1 is a Reagan era invention (not long standing tradition).
But hell, if this is what we can impeach him on, why not. :D
Yeah I see what your saying but just a little common courtesy goes a long way.
DSB OUTDOORS
09-23-2014, 18:29
Hey Obamanation. [fyou] [goFyourself] [obama]
spqrzilla
09-23-2014, 19:02
Nouveau riche trash always show.
I believe the reason Reagan and both Bushes returned salutes was that they appreciated what the gesture meant and the men who were giving them the salutes. Clinton and Obama don't care and never will care so they were and are half-assed about it. I wouldn't get eaten up over it because service members have other ways to understand the Clintons and Obamas don't give two figs for us, our traditions, or the Constitution we have sworn to protect.
Don't forget that Regan and at least one Bush served in the military-they KNOW what the value of a salute is.This pos has no clue...
Don't forget that Regan and at least one Bush served in the military-they KNOW what the value of a salute is.This pos has no clue...
Exactly!!
Why are you upset? He's far above one of those servicemen.
HoneyBadger
09-23-2014, 20:22
Why are you upset? He's far above one of those servicemen.yup. You get it.
mcantar18c
09-23-2014, 20:40
The President is not a member of the military and as such returning a salute is arguably a breech of protocol...
The POTUS is the head of the US military. Where do you think "Commander in Chief" comes from?
The President is not a member of the military
Do you.... Do you not know that he is the leader of the military? All branches. He's an Airman, a Soldier, a Marine, and a Seaman.
BlasterBob
09-23-2014, 20:49
The POTUS is the head of the US military. Where do you think "Commander in Chief" comes from?
[Score]
jerrymrc
09-23-2014, 20:56
Can you imagine Hillary trying to be CIC ? Just saying........[Puke]
Can you imagine Hillary trying to be CIC ? Just saying........[Puke]
She wouldn't have to salute. Her flapping camel toe would be her idea of a constant salute.
OtterbatHellcat
09-23-2014, 21:06
Can you imagine Hillary trying to be CIC ? Just saying........[Puke]
NO.... that scares me significantly.
Zundfolge
09-23-2014, 21:24
Of all the egregious things this man has done as president this is probably the most minor (and really isn't wrong).
The President is not a member of the military and as such returning a salute is arguably a breech of protocol. So whether it's a proper salute or a flippant one with a coffee in his hand is a non issue. The tradition of returning the Marines' salutes while getting off Marine 1 is a Reagan era invention (not long standing tradition).
But hell, if this is what we can impeach him on, why not. :D
Yeah I see what your saying but just a little common courtesy goes a long way.
Again, I don't want to defend this evil evil creature, but at least now he gives a half ass salute ... in the past he's just ignored them.
The POTUS is the head of the US military. Where do you think "Commander in Chief" comes from?
Do you.... Do you not know that he is the leader of the military? All branches. He's an Airman, a Soldier, a Marine, and a Seaman.
Under our system the military is strictly under civilian control. So while the Commander in Chief is the leader of the military he is still a civilian. That is the design. Civilians are not required to return salutes (although many do as a sign of respect ... and yes I get it, this joker doesn't respect).
Can you imagine Hillary trying to be CIC ? Just saying........[Puke]
*shudder*
People forget that in 2008, Obama was the MODERATE alternative to the RADICAL Clinton ... honestly she'll be worse than Obama.
KestrelBike
09-23-2014, 21:40
Don't forget that Regan and at least one Bush served in the military-they KNOW what the value of a salute is.This pos has no clue...
Are you making a joke about GW's air national guard not counting? George HW Bush was a naval aviator in WW2.
sneakerd
09-24-2014, 07:05
This is absolutely nothing to get your panties in a wad about. Nobody did the return salute until Reagan.
Are you making a joke about GW's air national guard not counting? George HW Bush was a naval aviator in WW2.
Nope, no joke at all. I didn't remember if both of them served or just one did.
In that case I stand corrected. Thanks for pointing that out.[Beer]
KestrelBike
09-24-2014, 15:09
This is absolutely nothing to get your panties in a wad about. Nobody did the return salute until Reagan.
That's all well and good, but if obummer doesn't care, he shouldn't salute. Or rather if he can't take the time to do it properly, don't do it at all.... imo, saluting with a coffee in the hand is basically a "yeah yeah f*** you" gesture. As CIC, there's no excuse for not knowing the significance of it.
Nope, no joke at all. I didn't remember if both of them served or just one did.
In that case I stand corrected. Thanks for pointing that out.[Beer]
Ah ok no worries either way, wasn't about to explode or anything, was just curious! I had to go and confirm about HW, and I wasn't aware that Reagan had served!
DocMedic
09-24-2014, 15:29
I'm just going to drop this right here [LOL]
49981
I completely understand from a veteran's point of view why this is upsetting to see our CIC do. As some have already mentioned, yes, this is not "required" by the POTUS to return a salute, but rather something done out of respect. Which I think many people have forgotten, Obama does not respect our country, our troops, nor what this country was founded on. So for those who are going back & forth on this, I'll just say this; If he's going to salute, do it right or don't do it at all. If he's not going to salute, then understand that is his prerogative and not a requirement. Obama is a socialist POS and nothing he does can or will surprise me anymore.
That's all well and good, but if obummer doesn't care, he shouldn't salute. Or rather if he can't take the time to do it properly, don't do it at all.... imo, saluting with a coffee in the hand is basically a "yeah yeah f*** you" gesture. As CIC, there's no excuse for not knowing the significance of it.
Ah ok no worries either way, wasn't about to explode or anything, was just curious! I had to go and confirm about HW, and I wasn't aware that Reagan had served!
Lol! No worries, I actually learned something ;)
Here's a bit on the Gippers service- http://www.reagan.utexas.edu/archives/reference/military.html
rockhound
09-24-2014, 17:08
but is was starbucks man
She wouldn't have to salute. Her flapping camel toe would be her idea of a constant salute.
ROTFLMAO !![ROFL1] [LOL]
I'm just going to drop this right here [LOL]
49981
I remember this. He had both hands full, which even if he were subject to customs and courtesies, he would be exempt from a salute. However not only did he give this, but after securing the dog he returned to the marine and rendered a proper salute as an apology.
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