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What a luxury to be a pacifist. Definition of 1st world privilege.

So because other people might not be in such a position, I shouldn't use my ability to choose not to support the military?

No and I never said that nor implied it but you should recognize that it is absolutely a luxury. There are people around the world literally fighting for their right to exist while you sit here on your "Moral High Ground" as though your position is unassailable but it isn't.

So basically, you're complaining that some people do have the ability to take a stand.

Here's the deal: Yes, some people are not as fortunate. That does not matter one iota in this conversation. Just because others have it worse does not in any way, shape, or form mean that we shouldn't continue fighting for better. You complaining about this is nothing more than you advocating a race to the bottom.

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