Originally Posted by
dubbin
I find the 'Uniformed Military' thing rather sinister, I must say. Respect for service is one thing, but (a) there are many ways to serve one's country other than in a military uniform and (b) it smacks of automatic deference/obedience to authority and military force, which I think is unhealthy.
As an American, I agree with you 100%. I'd prefer to have firefighters given that priority.