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scarp · 4695 days ago · link · · parent · post: In Germany, soldiers are viewed with contempt and mistrust
> I think there is a difference between unconditionally glowing praise and appreciation.
I do too -- but I certainly think that our cultural attitude toward soldiers is above and beyond just appreciation. We appreciate a good teacher. We appreciate a Thanksgiving meal. What we show for soldiers is more akin to adulation and applause.