[techweenie]

djmcmath:
"Tech -- I'd be curious as to what you think is wrong with the military. I've been pondering that problem for years now, and have come up short on a definitive answer. Any insight you might have would be greatly appreciated. "

??? I'm puzzled by the question. If you mean my reference to the notion that morale should be high enough to withstand a few protesters, i thought that was obvious.

It is the job of the command structure to inculcate a sense of purpose and duty in the troops, and to bring perspective, especially when there is a substantial portion of the population (over a third) that doesn't support military action in Iraq.

My officers were extremely tolerant of expressions of dissent and doubt in the ranks. They simply drew the line at non-response to direct orders.