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John Farmer

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54. I've4 heard the phrase ex-marine used, but
Thu Oct 2, 2025, 11:48 AM
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It seems inappropriate. The Marines I've known were still Marines even well after they left the Corps.

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All I want to know is one thing: [View all] AverageOldGuy Oct 1 OP
Well said. ms liberty Oct 1 #1
Trump and his toadies are all about appearances. GoCubsGo Oct 1 #2
Me, too. That shit show was a bridge too far. Joinfortmill Oct 1 #21
When I read about your military background, you sound... CincyDem Oct 1 #3
Thank you AOG Clouds Passing Oct 1 #4
I'm surprised Krasnov allowed Kegbreath to talk about fat people. GoodRaisin Oct 1 #5
Krasnov doesn't think he is fat. pandr32 Oct 1 #14
As of 5 days before BaronChocula Oct 1 #32
As of after the event GopherGal Oct 1 #43
Am I the only one wondering TommyT139 Thursday #51
My Viet Vet friend said a lieutenant in the bush who comes in and starts disciplining over shaving, shoeshines, Midnight Writer Oct 1 #6
My father-in-law lost a stripe for Ilsa Oct 1 #8
Preach HAB911 Oct 1 #7
Excellent post. MLAA Oct 1 #9
Count on me! csusan Oct 1 #10
Right there with ya, sister, but I have used a firearm at a pistol range, took some self defense. Attilatheblond Oct 1 #23
A large majority of Americans would probably support a military coup at this point. rubbersole Oct 1 #11
Makes me think of the classic Trident commercial BaronChocula Oct 1 #35
Studying modern Latin America... róisín_dubh Thursday #49
"I can't decide which is the more incompetent dumbass boob - Hegseth or Trump" Ray Bruns Oct 1 #12
Both are ignorant narcissists and racists, but part of Trump's recent problems are age related Attilatheblond Oct 1 #26
Thank you for your service - and your motto is true in many walks of life dwayneb Oct 1 #13
Thank God for ketchup Tetrachloride Oct 1 #15
Way recommended. H2O Man Oct 1 #16
Oorah! BidenRocks Oct 1 #17
Beautifully stated, AOG. My compliments. (nt) Paladin Oct 1 #18
Thank you.. Joinfortmill Oct 1 #19
We can definitely count on Hegseth and Trump swong19104 Oct 1 #20
Remember the euphemistic "3AM phone call?" Wounded Bear Oct 1 #34
When the Shit Hits the Fan, Drumpf and Kegbreath can be counted on GopherGal Oct 1 #44
Instead of unplugging the fan. BattleRow Oct 1 #46
A deeply sincere thank you for your service democrank Oct 1 #22
And if I were the president... carpetbagger Oct 1 #24
Two things can be true at the same time... mgardener Oct 1 #25
I've got your back, Sir! no_hypocrisy Oct 1 #27
A Big K & R Diamond_Dog Oct 1 #28
The Two Stooges Show underpants Oct 1 #29
This is awesome! BaronChocula Oct 1 #30
When the shit hit the fan, could we count on Josh Hawley? Blue Owl Oct 1 #31
In the end, what they fight for is the people to their right and left... Wounded Bear Oct 1 #33
I've4 heard the phrase ex-marine used, but John Farmer Thursday #54
Yeah, "former" Marine is closer to the heart of it... Wounded Bear Thursday #56
Absolutely spot on post! llmart Oct 1 #36
Excellent post. Vinca Oct 1 #37
Welcome Home proud patriot Oct 1 #38
Very well said. Buddyzbuddy Oct 1 #39
The only problem with your post is.. beemerphill Oct 1 #40
I just hope Kegbreath and Shitler don't start WW3. red dog 1 Oct 1 #41
When SHIT HiTS THE FAN... Layzeebeaver Oct 1 #42
Wonkette likes to call him soldierant Oct 1 #47
Thank you for your service... Dem4life1970 Oct 1 #45
Sadly enough, we all know that answer. calimary Thursday #48
Righteous. And thank you pnwest Thursday #50
Sing it loud, my brother... MiHale Thursday #52
Permission to quote? John Farmer Thursday #53
Excellent post. KentuckyWoman Thursday #55
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