I am a pacifist who generally opposes any war. That is my political belief. That doesn’t mean I’m opposed to self defense and most definitely does not mean I’m opposed to our military. In fact, that’s why I have nothing but the deepest respect and gratitude for those that put their lives on the line to protect our freedom. Thank you to all Veterans, we are thankful to you for our continued liberty.
@Gambit_1 It's good to see a pacifist who recognizes there is nuance to the issue.
All-too-often I see catastrophically idealistic/naive pacifists who don't recognize the use of force is sometimes necessary in this world; the kind who don't understand that (paraphrased from John Stuart Mill) "all that is needed for evil to triumph is for good [people] to do nothing".
Y'know, the kind of people who would uselessly stand around whining/gibbering if Nazis marched in & started snatching people.
@IrelandTorin unfortunately we live in an imperfect world and we need imperfect solutions. It’s a little like cancer. I’m opposed to anyone cutting any part of me away, but when you get the big C, cutting might be the only solution. Is an imperfect analogy, but the point is the same. But even if someone were to take an absurd absolutist position, they should still thank out Veterans. War is never the soldier’s fault.