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​What do you think of the recent DoD decision to classify some civilians who served in Vietnam as veterans?

While they may not have gone through traditional military training, their wartime service qualifies them.
12% (161 votes)
It's a good decision but seems to be several decades too late.
12% (157 votes)
Those covered under this ruling did not truly serve and should not receive same benefits as those who did.
71% (946 votes)
Other. Answer in the comments section.
5% (71 votes)
Total votes: 1335

 

 

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The civilian who served during the war were there to help the military. They could receive a reduced benefits. They were exposed to the same chemicals, were imprisoned, injured etc., so they should receive some kind of recognition.

Submitted by Barbaracvm : Jan 24, 2020 7:23pm

Do not fool yourselves most(99.9%)of the civilians in a combat or war zone are there for the money. Do not confuse them with the real military who are the actual war fighters.

Submitted by wmahar : Jan 25, 2020 9:07am

Just plain no. The private company that the mercenaries worked for should be responsible for all of their compensation and benefits.

Submitted by hogi : Jan 25, 2020 3:40pm