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Old 12-05-2012, 03:35   #23
blue02hd
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Originally Posted by Jersey Dirtbag View Post
That's certainly a fair point. But while there may be some merit to better acquainting oneself with the culture and beliefs of one's subordinates, I think that's a decision best left to the individual. I have no ideological opposition to sitting in on a Christian service, but I do have a problem with being treated with disdain and penalized for choosing not to do so.



Absolutely. The distinction is that the orders and tasks I assign my men have an immediate and material impact on mission accomplishment and their welfare. My hypothetical attendance at a Christian service, while having some potential value as per my response to Razor, would have no such impact.
Really?

I'll argue that often there are times where there will not be such a distinction. Training for a 2 way range is just one minor example. YMMV.
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