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1. Yes, it's a dilemma when the military

Reply to Quixote1818 (Original post)

Sun Aug 13, 2023, 01:21 AM

Aug 2023

have to choose between disobeying a civilian order and following it to attack civilian citizens.

But, isn't the military supposed to refuse to follow illegal orders? They are sworn to defend the constitution, so refusing to participate in a coup would be remaining faithful to their oath.

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Yes, it's a dilemma when the military wnylib Aug 2023 #1

Lock him up. republianmushroom Aug 2023 #2