And Bramond, I do know what I'm talking about, but you're entitled to think whatever you like. I have family and friends who have been in combat, so I don't have to take any bullshit from anybody, nor will I.
Kestra, all this proves is that you are willing to exercise your first amendment rights to be an ideological nuisance at the expense of the blood and sweat of your family and friends. It makes you no less open to criticism and argument should you say something stupid and/or arguable.

Further, if I were you, I would be hideously embarassed to say something like "I know people who have been in combat, so I'm not going to take your shit", but maybe that's just because I'm in the military and realize how absolutely ridiculous that sounds.

You do not get a "Get Out of Someone Pointing Out My Baseless Arguments Free" card for every person you've ever met who has had a weapon fired at them in anger.