As I understand it (Mods, feel free to correct me), this sub-forum will be open to all - not limited to current or former military members. This is intended to foster more discussion, and to enable more free communication and questions from those who haven't served in a military somewhere. Of course, this openness comes with a greater overall responsibility to ensure the forum isn't misused by those who only want to bash militaries in general (or in specific), or for those who are tempted to express un-justified opinions as fact.
I'm sure that with the already-evidenced professional moderation we have here that such abuse won't be tolerated - and I'm personally glad that those curious about AiF will be more able to ask questions and post relevant news stories.
Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen!

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MODNOTE Posts on militarism and the rights and wrongs of war have been moved to this thread in News, Politics and Current Affairs. As mentioned before, this forum aims to support those facing particular challenges living and working as atheists in the military. Please avoid further derails. |