Apparently the public abusing members of the armed forces is becoming increasingly common, the justification being that they don't agree with the operations currently under way in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The last time I heard anything like this was the case of a soldier wounded in Iraq that was told by a NHS hospital that he would have to take off his uniform before they would treat him, as it may have offended the staff or patients. I was shocked when I heard this, however it never crossed my mind that it could be anything more than an isolated incident.
The Prime Minister has condemned all who abuse or discriminate against members of the armed forces, I agree that it is a complete disgrace that our soldiers cannot show their commitment to this country without living in fear of being insulted or abused. Anyone showing the least bit of disrespect to members of the armed forces should be ashamed of themselves.
How do you feel about members of the armed forces? Have you/would you consider insulting them? If so, why?
The last time I heard anything like this was the case of a soldier wounded in Iraq that was told by a NHS hospital that he would have to take off his uniform before they would treat him, as it may have offended the staff or patients. I was shocked when I heard this, however it never crossed my mind that it could be anything more than an isolated incident.
The Prime Minister has condemned all who abuse or discriminate against members of the armed forces, I agree that it is a complete disgrace that our soldiers cannot show their commitment to this country without living in fear of being insulted or abused. Anyone showing the least bit of disrespect to members of the armed forces should be ashamed of themselves.
How do you feel about members of the armed forces? Have you/would you consider insulting them? If so, why?