Quote:Not much difference in opinions as far as I can see.  We could iron the minor issues we differ on over a pitcher of beer and a plate of wings, and be back home before Game of Thrones.  This solutions are not that complex, unless you let politics get in the way.

 

BTW, I took the same root you did to success.  College drop out, enlisted in the USN as an ET. Gave the government 6 years of my life in return for a viable skill in electronics.  Saw much of Europe and the Middle East, parts of Africa and the Caribbean. Squared off and thumped our chest against the Iranian and Soviet navies a time or two. Turned that experience into a career and a damn good life.  I highly recommend it to every individual graduating high school.  

 

Well brother let me offer you my "thanks for your service" and know that it came from the heart.  I don't at all see your knowledge, experience or expertise as being a product of "government assistance".  Rather, I see someone that is successful while taking an "alternate path" to success.  That's what "living the American Dream" is all about.

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