I thought diplomats

[Gato_Solo]

were smarter than this. Unless I'm missing out on a vital clue, they signed contracts to go where they were needed, same as me.

 

[Gonz]

foreign service officers to take jobs in Iraq

Sorry guys, foreign service does not include Hawaii.

 

[2minkey]

sure they signed something.

but there's a class difference setting them apart from yer typical enlistee and accordingly the expectations are much different.

and that makes the "tough shit" even more entertaining.

 

[Gato_Solo]

sure they signed something.

but there's a class difference setting them apart from yer typical enlistee and accordingly the expectations are much different.

and that makes the "tough shit" even more entertaining.

The only thing seperating a member of the diplomatic corps from your typical enlistee is a college degree. In fact, that's pretty much what seperates an officer from an enlisted member, too.

 

[freako104]

were smarter than this. Unless I'm missing out on a vital clue, they signed contracts to go where they were needed, same as me.

They got their jobs and know what the job requires. Why are they acting this way now?

 

[Gonz]

Because they went into foreign service as a way to avoid getting a real job.

 

[Gato_Solo]

Snicker, snicker. Spoiled elitists. My sentiments exactly.

"This sound and fury at Foggy Bottom truly signifies nothing," he said, referring to the State Department's headquarters. "Get over it! I do not think many Americans feel sorry for us and it is embarrassing for people with our privileges to paint ourselves as victims."

 

[2minkey]

The only thing seperating a member of the diplomatic corps from your typical enlistee is a college degree. In fact, that's pretty much what seperates an officer from an enlisted member, too.

Spoiled elitists.