From the article: “According to Pentagon directives, military personnel in uniform cannot sponsor a political club; participate in any TV or radio program or group discussion that advocates for or against a political party, candidate or cause; or speak at any event promoting a political movement. Commissioned officers also may not use contemptuous words against senior officials, including the defense secretary or the president.”
So, he was obviously in the wrong. He shouldn’t be surprised by the consequences. @CaptainHarley I am surprised to hear you, of all people, say that a Facebook page was showing “remarkable courage”... if he had such remarkable courage, why not simply say all of this to his commanding officer’s face, instead of posting on a forum of individuals that he approved? It’s not particularly brave to surround yourself with yes men.
Also, I wonder if he would have been ok with carrying out these “unlawful orders” while he was serving under Bush. Methinks he would not have thought twice about it.