COLONEL GREGORY CHANDLER--MILITARY POLITICAL ACTIVITY

The 2012 general presidential election is approaching fast.  Military members, both active and reserve, must remember the proper role that servicemembers can have in politics. 

The rules against political activity are designed to ensure that the Department of Defense is viewed as being involved in politics.  Military members must follow the commands of the civilian leadership regardless to the military member's political views.  Violation of these rules can have serious consequences.

As a servicemember, one should be familiar with what one can and cannot do regarding political activities.  Below is an outline of the basic rules.

As a servicemember, you may:

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