That's ****** hilarious!

This is why the military should be tolerant of religion, not accepting or promoting. The military should be (little 's') spartan -- discipline and self-denial, demanding training, insane dedication to the battle buddy, focus on unit cohesion, dedication to mission, idealization of civilian rights and life -- this is why you fight.

At every juncture, choosing the weaker path accommodates more warriors but lowers effectiveness. This is fundamentally why a military democracy is an oxymoron. Military effectiveness is directly proportional to shared sacrifice and effective tools and effective leadership.

Open the gate, expect flotsam.