Alternative Lifestyles in the Military
We do not oppose those choosing an alternative lifestyle from
participating in the defense of our nation. We do have reservations of
those choosing an alternative lifestyle in participating in the theater
of battle because of loyalty and unit cohesion between members. Because
blood borne contamination is so prevalent during battle and hand to hand
combat could this not affect unit cohesion in the response of fellow
soldiers to perform life saving techniques upon someone when they know
them to be
homosexual for fear of contracting a disease such as AIDS? As unfair as
this may seem it is a legitimate fear. We believe it
is time for America to have this discussion about those with
alternative lifestyles and the possible disharmony that may be bred
among a fighting unit. It is about time we have this discussion with
those heroes that defend this great nation and with those most likely to
be in a situation where blood contamination would be an issue. Our
heroes that can best answer the question of homosexuals in combat
roles other than that those with alternative lifestyles should not be
prevented from serving. |