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In reply to the discussion: Vindman calls for Milley's resignation: 'He usurped civilian authority' [View all]Farmer-Rick
(10,222 posts)As an officer you are hired to think not just follow orders blindly.
The Officer Training pipeline teaches this. Just following regulations is not the job of an officer. They train you, educate you and you can spend years in classes. All in an effort to provide you with the tools to make the best decisions at the time. Yes, even to make a decision Not to follow the chain of command. They don't educate you to blind obedience but to use your brain.
Vindman used his brain and education to report an impeachable offense. Milley used his brain to prevent Trump from blowing up the world. Both were good decisions. Each decision is unique and must be made with the current available evidence.
Blindly following orders or the chain of command is not what most officers do.