He hasnt been discharged yet, he VOLUNTEERED for the job. Anyone that joins the military thinking they may never have to go to war or into a combat situation failed to look at the big picture. There were outs available to him rather than DESERTION.

He got tired of doing his job, Big deal!!! He had an obligation, not only to the army, but to his unit as well.

OH, he's not responsible for his actions, he got tired of doing his job, a job that he volunteered to do, lets just absolve him of all responsibility. Hugs all around, lets make him feel good about deserting his friends because he couldnt handle it.

BULLSHIT!!! He had a responibiltiy to himself, to his unit, to the army, and to the government that he swore an oath to protect and defend and to follow the orders of his superiors.

Guess what, he should have thought about all of that before he got caught up in the post 9/11 hysteria. He should have looked over the the whole enchilada, not just the part about accelerated citizenship, or money for college. If you join the military you might have to kill someone. Big fat hairy deal. You spend your money you takes your chances. If you dont want to run that risk join the Peace Corps.

RANT SWITCH TO THE O-F-F position...rant off...

Chip2447