Earlier today I wrote — but had not yet published — the following:

“In the face of Donald Trump’s insane threat to wipe out the entire nation of Iran, why hasn’t the U.S. military honored its own mandate and simply refused to obey such a blatantly illegal — not to mention, immoral — order?

Seriously . . . I’m asking . . . WHY??!!!

What’s he gonna do — fire everyone?”

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Then I read this:

“Wiping out an entire civilization is the definition of genocide. Any order given to that effect must be refused by every service member up and down the chain — period. This is exactly what senators were talking about when they issued a video saying illegal orders must be refused. Now it may be time for service members to follow their recommendation.”

– Major General Paul Eaton (US Army, Ret.)

Thank you, General, for your courage, your service . . . and, on a personal note, your validation of my thoughts. Now, if those in active service would only follow your lead.

Just sayin’ . . .

Brendochka
4/7/26