Shashank Bengali, Los Angeles Times
On January 3,2013 The Defense Secretary, Leon E. Panetta, ended the ban on women serving in combat. This ban opened up 200,000 new positions on the front lines as well as opportunities in the special forces commando unit. However, this decision does come with restrictions. The Defense officials have given armed services until 2016 to ask for special waivers if they believe any position should still remain closed to women. Many analysts believe that this decision was emerged because of an attempt to stimulate the economy and the Iraqi and Afghan wars. During the tough times when the country was in shortage of troops, women took the roles of men by serving as drivers, medics, and mechanics. It is expected that 14,000 new jobs will be available to women serving in the military just only in the month of February. These new opportunities also allow women to move up in military rankings allowing them to increase their income potential. This opportunity is a very large step forward for women. They have been fighting for their rights from men since the beginning of our history and here they are today serving this country alongside of them with great pride and integrity.
I am glad that women are now getting the new opportunities to rank up in the military, possibly getting into the starting line of troops, but honestly, me personally would not like that. Not being sexist, but by comparing the female and male side by side, I would automatically pick the male to be a fighter in a war for my country. It is proven that males are capable of better ware fare than females, mostly because of the higher levels of testosterone. If there are any extra positions, then women should be given the oppertunity to fight in the front line, it is the better choice for me.
ReplyDeleteI am surprised that you wrote about a topic such as this. I am also glad that women have an opportunity to serve on the frontline of our special forces, but there a couple facts that would change people's opinion on this. A couple days ago I was reading an article where women who wanted to go to combat, and be in the frontline ended up returning to their base. When they are in combat, they see how terrorizing it is and cannot handle it. I am not saying that all men handle combat well either, but the women are not so well. The worst, of the many creative ideas that were listed that these women have is to get pregnant. When a female is gets pregnant when they are on mission they are forced to be sent back. Now, I am no one to talk about toughness and war, because I surely will not do it, but having those spots wasted and having them sent back is not doing the U.S. any good either.
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic you wrote about George, as this decision is a key one considering the fact that for some time women were restricted from any military jobs and now suddenly they are given these roles once again. Honestly, I see nothing wrong with giving women the right in the military solely because of the fact that they are voluntarily willing to sacrifice their lives for the better of the country. Why would one complain about having extra protection to their own country, regardless of who is providing it. There are some men who do a lousy job and are in the military, and some women arguably are more dedicated to their country than the men. The sexist mindset must leave the minds of Americans, as they should be open to the idea that women can and should handle such important military positions. Another imperative point you made was this decision would automatically open up 14,000 jobs for women in the month of February alone. That is undoubtedly better than having women sit at home, unemployed. It is important to remember not all military members go to combat, as they can have other, significant roles, such as medical drivers and so forth. Thus, I am very glad this law was overturned, and our country can now be protected by more dedicated troops.
ReplyDeleteI find it surprising that you chose this as your topic, George. In my opinion, there is no issue with women serving the country just as men do. If they have the desire and capability to defend their home, family, and country, why should they be held back? If troops are needed, let them fight.
ReplyDeleteI would have never imagined that you would pick a topic supporting women's rights. This is an excellent and large step forward for women working in the military. Women can perform any action that men can, as log as they put their minds to it and believe they can do it. Women should continuously work for the military, and nothing should stop them.
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