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The problem is that whenever there is a discussion of the moral implications of homosexuality, it is overwhelmingly influenced by one's religious views. Off the top of my head, I know of no religion that "permits" homsexuality, and so religious folks tend to be against it. Viewed from a...

Well, a Hong Kong-bank. So, again, what's the big deal? It's a U.S. subsidiary of a Chinese bank....becoming a U.S. subsidiary of a Chinese bank?

While those points may be correct, they're moot because ICBC isn't buying an American bank.

What's the issue? EDIT: That's a horribly misleading title. ICBC is taking a controlling stake of a Hong Kong-owned bank's ~12 branches in the States.

Just got my orders: No earlier than 8 June, no later than 15 June

What date did you request?

EDIT: Commissioning in May

I was told to expect NLT 15 June....orders, however, are forthcoming.

Or you could have the drive and desire to pursue both, or find a way to combine the two into one rewarding career...that's my goal

And this... http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0412/75579.html What's with all the pay disputes? Also, not good to push a prostitute out of a (moving?) car....

By that logic, wouldn't the entire UCMJ be void abroad? Or, also using that logic, wouldn't it be perfectly acceptable for me to smoke up in Amsterdam? Or stone my wife in bumblefuck Afghanistan?

Have you checked out drudgereport.com recently?

To all those with orders, what are your detach dates? Any time off en route?

Also to the OP, bear in mind you can reapply to KCL 10 years down the road and take advantage of the GI Bill (don't quote me, but I think it is to the tune of $17K a year for foreign universities). I know for a fact that British universities skimp on funding, particular for foreign (read...

First off, I would say you should pursue the SNA slot. However, I know about KCL's War Studies Department, and it looks absolutely top notch (it's produced a number of well known alumni, including Andrew Exum and the woman who penned Petraeus' biography). The department has a bunch of blended...

We've been discussing this issue in our weekly NROTC labs. An interesting point to note is that, since the Tea Party Patriot Marine is enlisted, Article 88 doesn't apply to him. As mightmouse3 showed, art 88 only applies to commissioned officers. The catchall "conduct unbecoming," however...

Highlands are awesome...I would retire to there in a heart beat. Second the Scotch...mmmmm....

Having never been to the Florida panhandle, I get a "Deliverance" vibe from the Milton area...anyhow, I'll take your advice and head start looking around Pensacola. Thanks

Just browsing the internets, it seems like downtown has some nicer houses/apartments...that's why I was leaning toward downtown. Would also be nice to bike/walk to...anything.

Looks like I'm heading to Pensacola in early/mid-June, and I'm starting to think about housing options. I've searched around, but would be interested in any new gouge. Downtown, or out near NASP? Also, is downtown Pensacola doable to Whiting field if I end up there for primary? Thanks in...

Along that same vein: http://www.hulu.com/watch/309558/saturday-night-live-politics-nation-with-al-sharpton

Thought the AW crowd might like this article...it seems to hit all the major (insulting) points of this new policy: http://ricks.foreignpolicy.com/posts/2012/03/15/breathalyzers_another_navy_dept_nail_in_the_coffin_of_special_trust_and_confidence

Just going off of what my LT said...I'm sure there is the usual caveat of not knowing until I know. I would rather go earlier, however, my sister's wedding is in August and I want to be able to go...so hanging around here is probably the safest bet.

I've got Sept 28th....some basket leave over the summer and maybe some summer courses to keep myself busy.

Does having a PPL shorten the wait time much? EDIT: I'm slated to check-in 28 Sept

FWIW, my unit gives out a bunch of scholarships to Rice U. students, but none/few get admitted by the school...so there is a disconnect

http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/presidential-races/201373-ex-aide-ron-paul-anti-afghanistan-war-anti-israel-uncomfortable-around-gays The article builds off of what Brett said. Fundamentally, the rise in popularity of Libertarianism is no different then the popularity of Hope and Change...

I'm going to take a stab in the dark and say that you've never been to China, or spoken with anyone who has a true understanding of what's happening in China (internet doesn't count)... China's domestic market is sizeable. Not enough for it to base its economy on, but sizeable, and growing at...

Agreed. But it's equally foolish to slave away at a major you don't enjoy just because you think it'll give you a leg up in getting SNA. It would seem the most logical thing to do is major in something you enjoy. That's my philosophy anyways.

I got selected 1390 as an Asian Studies + History double major with 6's and 7's on my ASTB and 3.96 overall GPA. Major doesn't matter at all...especially not "professional flight" (???). Moreover, the other day our sub LT told us about a Classics major in power school, and the annual sub/nuke...

What part of Wyoming? Pinedale area? If so, it's god's country out there

1390! NROTC College Programmer Major: Asian Studies & History double major GPA: 3.96 ASTB: 6/7/7 49 I joined the ROTC program with an eye on serving and a dream to fly. I worked hard, got billets, solid PFT, studied for the ASTB etc. etc. The harder you work, the luckier you get.

I'm interested in pursuing a grad degree after I commission in a year's time, likely in security studies/international relations, through the Officer Scholarship Program. I have looked over OPNAV Instruction 1520.24B, but the most recent one is dated 2008, so I'm not sure of the applicability of...

The times they are a' changing.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-12371994

One could argue that is specific ritual/celebration where it would be appropriate or even required.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/3619988.stm I'm not sure about crosses, but it specifically labels the "skull caps." What exactly that refers to is beyond me, but I presumed it referred to the yarmulka/kippa. The law also affects Sikhs. As to your second point, no argument there. This is a...

It's technically not a burqa ban. In theory if someone forced me to don a ski mask, they would be fined and possibly face prison sentence. From what I gather this is just one part of France's attempt to clearly delineate the boundary between religion and the state. I believe one is also...

Unrestricted Line officer for ~90% of Mids. Restricted Line if you're going through ECP or are medically dq'd. Staff if you get picked up for an HSPS. Do some google'ing and you'll have your answer.

PT before academics, good stuff

What's the schedule like for Navy options? That's....intense. Doesn't anybody have 8am classes?

Chinese are forced to do the quality control because of the very market/global system they've bought into. They don't have a guaranteed customer in the state as they did pre-reform. If the goods produced aren't up to specs provided by American/global clients, then said clients move on. It...

If you drive a Volvo, it's owned by a Chinese car company, Jaguar, an Indian company, a large heavy industries company even attempted to by the Hummer brand. Lack of quality hasn't stopped people from buying Acer and Lenovo computers. Poor quality didn't lead a Chinese telecom giant, Huawei, to...

The computer your typing on, as well as 90+ percent of its components, including motherboard, were made in China (possibly Taiwan, but by this point Delta, Quantta, Foxconn et al have all outsourced to the Mainland). Chances are, so is the server this website runs on. Not disagreeing with you...

Rhetorical

It was with regards to your comments about state-run news + comments on the internet. I've read some of the nationalist comments online and they are absurd, much like those on Yahoonews or any other venue that allows commenting. And as far as propaganda, while it is EVERYWHERE (slogans galore)...

Originally, when the PLA was truly the People's Liberation Army, it was the revolution-spreading right hand of Mao and the CCP. Mao and his cronies stood side-by-side with the PLA throughout the war against Japan and during the following civil war. However, in the reform era, the vast majority...

Just got my pref sheet...JMSDF/FOREX, Surface and Sub in that order. I know I want to go aviation, and while I don't know the ins-and-outs of it, I don't see an aviation cruise as enlightening me any further. Might as well see how the other side works or get a sweet deal and go abroad for 4 weeks.

Worst thing China could do is upend the global trade system. WHile they've desperately attempted to create a massive domestic market ala USA, they haven't, nor have they moved into service and other high-end industries. Their holdings in US debt are an investment predicated on the belief that...

What brainwashing would that be? Also, I read somewhere that parts of the J-20 are believe to be reverse engineered from the F-117 shot down over Bosnia...wouldn't this make it 1970's era technology? Also, I fail to understand why China would ever purposely go to war with the US. PLA maybe...

Any gouge on what the criteria are for LREC scholarships? Is it a 4,3,2 year type scholarship or set amount of money?