Should we really be teaching our kids to play war from an early age?
Yes, those in the military put their lives on the
line daily. That's to be respected for sure. Yes, they are doing what
they feel is honorable. But is it? Why do we glamorize war? Is there
really anything noble about it? Should we really be so quick to turn
our kids into fighting machines? "Why not?" you say, "War is a reality they'll need to face some day, right?" Well, here's what I have to say about that.
1. Our kids/grand-kids are losing their lives for
the wrong reasons.
Of course, this would be first on my list. I do not
mean to offend anyone here, but why on earth would you be sending
your kids off to die for the type of things wars are about these
days? If it's for the free college, you better hope they survive long
enough to take advantage of it.
2. We are
being brainwashed
Wars have nothing to do with patriotism. The wars of
today are not about justice. They are about vengeance and
superiority. Politicians are way too quick to decide it's OK for
young people to risk their lives for all the wrong things. There's
nothing noble about tricking innocent kids into dying for profit or
revenge.
3.
Violence is not the best solution.
Continually solving problems with war and violence
teaches our kids nothing but that it's the best way to handle
disputes. We have been at war with someone for as long as I can
remember. I am 56. Isn't it about time we waged a little peace
instead? Obviously, war isn't working very well.
4. Wars
are a for profit endeavor.
The powers that be have it firmly ingrained in our
heads that war is a noble pursuit. This keeps us busy while they
stuff their pockets, steal the resources of other countries and
basically take over the world, one region at a time.
5.
Freedom has very little to do with it.
Wake up folks, we haven't fought for our freedom or
anyone else's in a very long time. It's all a big spitting contest
to see who gets the most stuff and rules over the most people.
Nanny-nanny-boo-boo. It's like kindergarten all over again.
Final Thoughts
I'm not a hater. I respect the young men and women of
the military. I appreciate their service. I'm just saying that it
might be a good idea to tone down the glamorization of war. It should
be thought of as a sometimes necessary evil, not a lifetime career
move. And doesn't the fact that joining the military can be a highly
profitable lifetime career tell us anything? Anything at all?
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