The establishment of our new Government seemed to be the last great experiment, for promoting human happiness, by reasonable compact, in civil Society.
~ George Washington, 1790 ~

I recently retired from the U.S. Navy after 30 years of service. I’m now lucky enough to live and work as a contractor in Italy. My military experience and opportunity to live abroad have given me a unique perspective on politics, religion, and a wide array of controversial topics. While in the military, the discussion of any controversial or personal topic was off limits – – but it is now fair game since I have left the fleet. If my post makes your blood boil, that is ok. Send me a civil comment, I have thick skin and enjoy some healthy banter. Never know, I may even change my mind. [Wife says there is no hope – – Stubborn Taurus are too set in their ways.]