Reply #6: I think this

[marions ghost]

says so much about how young people perceive their lot in American society these days.

I can understand the attractions of simplicity, order, just doing a job well, not having to elbow and scrape (and wonder if you'll be able to afford health insurance and even enough to eat). The attractions of just LIVING without undue worry about the basics.

I'm assuming this young woman was not in the thick of action. I don't think her attitude would be the same if she were. But I think she reflects a perspective that works very well for the masters, not only for the military, but for private employers who seek to keep their workers desperate and subservient.