[CLUE-Talk] Going to war, how much to pay people

[Don Collier]

What service?

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Kevin Cullis" <kevincu at orci.com>
To: "Clue Talk" <clue-talk at clue.denver.co.us>
Sent: Tuesday, January 28, 2003 10:23 PM
Subject: [CLUE-Talk] Going to war, how much to pay people


> Hey folks,
> 
> After hearing President Bush's speech tonight, I thought that I might
> enlighten some of you who may not know how much the enlisted folks make
> to put their life on the line for us.
> 
> Take a look at this URL to get an idea:
> 
> http://militarypay.dtic.mil/pay/bp/paytables/Jan2002.html
> 
> While the enlisted folks meals, medical, clothing and equipment may be
> paid for, would you like to live on this income?  Most volunteer for
> this!!!!
> 
> Having spent a half my life in the military, I can attest that sometimes
> you work 12 - 18 hours a day with the potential of someone firing on
> your butt earning this pay.
> 
> In fact, I recently interviewed for a job and the interviewer saw my
> military ID and said he didn't want to hire someone that yells and
> screams at people.  Well, would you then go hug your enemy while he's
> coming at you with a knife and rifle?  Sheesh.......
> 
> Just some thoughts.
> 
> Kevin
> 
> -- 
> Kevin Cullis <kevincu at orci.com>
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