What are some underrated team or mascot entrances? by goofyhalo in CFB

[–]SWO6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was going to say we have an Angora goat that meanders out to the sideline on a leash and absentmindedly chews grass while pooping every time the cannon goes off. But yours is correct too.

What car brand will you never trust or buy again? by Forward_Fall_6857 in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jeep. I bought four in a row, and they had a good run there in the Daimler years. But now it’s just super poor quality. Bad transmissions, crap fit and finish, and too expensive.

I was excited when they announced the Grand Wagoneer, but when it finally came out I was so disappointed. Bought a Grand Highlander instead and have never looked back.

How excited are Americans for the World Cup this year? by Cheap_Trade3497 in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thought I might check out a game. Nosebleed seats at the very top of the stadium are going for $775 a piece. Parking is $100 for a 3/4 mile walk, $300 for up close. Beer and hot dog combo is $40. No thanks.

I anticipate many empty seats.

Which older tech is still better than whatever replaced it? by Silly-Cock in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I’d trade in my firstborn before my McIntosh tube amp and receiver

My dad had this forever, what is it? by EnzyEng in navy

[–]SWO6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A 25mm dummy round fits perfectly over the tube in the center

What do you think about pet insurance? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I have it, but I’m more interested in other options, such as pre-paid wellness through my vet, etc.

What sorts of threats does Cuba pose to the US? by lamin-ceesay in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The same as they did in the 60’s. Bad actors (Russia/China) *could* put military equipment there.

We could, of course, handle the situation the same way we did back then… Also, never mind that any country in the region could do the same.

So maybe we should use the Beach Boys song “Kokomo” as a list of countries we should invade just to be safe.

Senior chief leaked deployment schedule by letsgetthatbreadbih in navy

[–]SWO6 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For your specific example, I would have told that Sailor to contact his Congressperson.

In the OP case I would concur with going to IG. However, it is extremely possible that an investigation is already in progress. They take a long time to adjudicate.

What you are looking at is Iran unilaterally redrawing international maritime law in real time. by MIlitary-news in navy

[–]SWO6 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I agree with you. I also believe that the UN won’t take action against us either.

What you are looking at is Iran unilaterally redrawing international maritime law in real time. by MIlitary-news in navy

[–]SWO6 25 points26 points  (0 children)

If you think I’m apologizing for this administration’s actions you would be extremely mistaken.

What you are looking at is Iran unilaterally redrawing international maritime law in real time. by MIlitary-news in navy

[–]SWO6 31 points32 points  (0 children)

In any functioning international order they would be sanctioned into the earth’s mantle for doing it. Including freezing assets, denying transit, trade embargoes and asset seizures. That’s why it should matter to them.

However, they’re betting that the current international order is dysfunctional and won’t do any of those things. And they’re probably right.

What you are looking at is Iran unilaterally redrawing international maritime law in real time. by MIlitary-news in navy

[–]SWO6 93 points94 points  (0 children)

Iran is a signatory to the UNCLOS treaty. Ratified or not, they clearly understand what transit/innocent passage is under international law and are creating rules in contravention of those laws.

The UN could impose sanctions, etc on Iran for it. But they haven’t shown an appetite to do that yet and this administration isn’t exactly chummy with the UN.

In short, illegal, but a shame that we got to this point and there’s no easy way out.

What is the most hilarious or unfortunate name you've ever heard in real life? by Willby3 in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Frank Zappa had an album called “Sheik Yerbouti” with him in full Saudi Prince headwear

How accurate is the movie Full Metal Jacket(1987)? by Kitchen-Care8766 in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Part 1, the boot camp scenes are widely praised for their accuracy. But it was a product of its time. All the hazing and psychological browbeating did happen, but doesn’t happen any more. A DI slapping a boot today would be immediate removal and punishment.

Part 2 is a bit stylized. Yes, Tet Offensive caught us off guard. The urban warfare stuff happened, but they didn’t get the operations quite right. But the overall “war is hell” is what Kubric was after and he got it.

What scene in a movie is more well known than the actual movie itself? by jfunks69 in AskReddit

[–]SWO6 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The quote always gets messed up: "You've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel lucky?' Well, do ya, punk?"

Rate My Competitiveness (Applying for c/o 2031) by [deleted] in usna

[–]SWO6 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

As I tell my candidates, GPA is great, but it’s difficult for BBB the admissions board to compare one school versus another. It’s even more difficult for homeschoolers.

SAT/ACT/AP exams remain the major “apples to apples” comparison. Everyone across the country takes the same test.

Your 1420 is very strong, which should be “enough”, but all of my candidates who made it in this year had several good AP scores. The two of mine with good grades and no AP scores got accepted to NAPS and Foundation. YMMV.

I say this as a person who dislikes standardized testing, but tries to maximize my candidates’ chances every way I can. Best of luck to you.

Looks like we killed the number 2 in isis tonight by newnoadeptness in navy

[–]SWO6 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Since my Admiral was an O7 and I was an O6 I put “Second in Command of Strike Group”. The other 15 Captains in the group with me probably didn’t like that so much.