When I swore into the Navy, I thought it was a big deal that I swore an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States of America. To me, that means I was defending not just the people of the USA, but it's ideals. Even though my service has long been over, I still feel that obligation.
With the political news these days, I'm not sure what that obligation means. It's obvious to many, like myself, that the current administrations actions do not uphold this standard. Unwarranted wiretapping and torturing of prisoners are definitely in violation of the Constitution, and who knows what else is being done.
In 2006, I felt my obligation meant I had to work for the Democratic party. But just today I see that Senator Feinstein is supporting the nomination of Michael Mukasey for Attorney General. Despite his ridiculous position on waterboarding.
So what does my oath mean now? I wrote to both of my Senators. Should I be out protesting? I really don't know. I remember shortly after 9/11 when a former CIA official talked about how giving up our freedoms to fight terrorists would mean we are no longer truly America any more. Are we at that point yet? I don't feel hopeful at this point.
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