So you're willing to cut the paychecks of our men & women who RISK THEIR LIVES every day defending our freedom...and yet the president & members of congress will still earn their pay when in reality all they do is sit on their asses all day? Something is not right here.
There are a lot of military families that depend on the pay of their soldiers. Oh, and for those who think military life is so "glamourous" - it really isn't. I think some people have a false perception of military life & military wives. They think we get everything handed to us and that we make a ton of money. Yes, there are "perks" such as BAH, FSA, HDP, the commissary, cheaper gas prices on post, practically free healthcare and very affordable dental care, etc etc etc, but you have to remember that these men and women are risking their lives for this. And it's not like we're here rolling around in cash.
Our soldiers overseas have enough things they need to worry about, like being able to carry out their mission. They shouldn't have to worry about whether or not their SO's/kids can afford to pay rent or even feed themselves. It adds so much stress to an already incredibly stressful job.
I really hope our government can figure this out by 0000. Or if the government ends up shutting down, at least ENSURE THAT OUR MILITARY MEMBERS ARE PAID. If it is anyone who works for the government that deserves to be paid, it should be them. I'm not just saying this because I'm a military wife. I guess that can make this seem a little biased, but I have stated before that they are RISKING THEIR LIVES. THEY DESERVE TO BE PAID.
Wake the eff up, Mr. President & Congress. And get your shit together.
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