The shooter in this case was a doctor who was brought into the Army for his professional training. His allegiance to the country was not important, just the fact that the Army needed his professional talent. A recent article in the Army Times highlighted another new doctor who was granted an accommodation to uniform polices so he could “follow the principles of his religion”. He is a Sikh and was allowed to wear his turban, full beard and uncut hair while in uniform. This is an exception granted solely for him. Other soldiers in the Army must adhere to the uniform policies and are not allowed to wear any items of faith on the outside of their uniform. I hope this shooting will cause the Army to recruit and retain soldiers that above everything are faithful to the country.

Fighting an endless war is discouraging.
Loss of precious lives is saddening.

Terrorism has once again landed on our shores. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the familys and friends of these true fallen heros and the wounded. All Powerful God, We honor today those men and women— Our sons and daughters, Husbands and wives, Fathers, brothers, sisters, mothers— Who have laid down their life for their country. Whether weary or emboldened, quiet or defiant, Vulnerable or ready when You called them home, Their sacrifice is too humbling for words except these uttered in prayer. Loving Lord, bless them forever in Your eternal peace. Let the sounds of strife, the cries of battle, the wounds of war be calmed for all eternity in Your loving and endless grace. Let these great warriors find rest at last, Ever reminded that we who are left behind Cherish their spirit, honor their commitment, send them our love, and will never forget the service that they gave. We thank them 1 and all for the freedom we enjoy everyday.