Chile criticizes army chief who said gays, poor people, Jehovah's Witnesses are morally unfit
Source: Associated Press
Chile criticizes army chief who said gays, poor people, Jehovah's Witnesses are morally unfit
By The Associated Press September 7, 2012 3:01 PM
SANTIAGO, Chile - Chile's government is criticizing one of its top generals for discriminating against gays and religious groups in his orders to military recruiters.
Army Commander Cristian Chateau had signed a document asking recruiters to be "especially concerned" about finding soldiers who are "morally and intellectually prepared" for military service. He said they should exclude people with physical, mental or socioeconomic problems, criminal behaviour, drug use, homosexuals, conscientious objectors and Jehovah's Witnesses."
Defence Minister Andres Allemand said Friday that such ideas are completely opposed to government policy, and said he's asked for a full military review of the matter to eliminate any such guidance.
Gay rights leader Rolando Jimenez isn't satisfied and he wants the general to be forcibly retired.
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Heather MC
(8,084 posts)Morally unfit is an unfair characteristic. Infact I apreciate that they seem to be the only religion left who truely respects separation of church and state. I know this is in Chile and not the US. I hope those Witnesses are kept safe.
dorksied
(348 posts)people, and I hope they'll be safe.
Heather MC
(8,084 posts)And she never says do away with Abortions, because she understands it's better being legal, and if you don't believe in it don't do it. On gays getting married her response why should I be bothered by how someone else chooses to live. It's just not for her. I would have more respect for religion if they chose to stay out of the political fray. As a christian lately i have not been able to bring myself to go to church. .