26,000 Rapes In The Military

We battle with political correctness and its repercussions.  Nevertheless, I am aware that the military has offered men and women opportunities for training, employment and an advenurous lifestyle. At this time, I do not necessarily see a resolution for this problem. I hope I am wrong, but I suspect commanders will continue to do little, and they will not let go of the authority, they will not allow this to be taken out of their chain of command. Yes, the system will continue to "be broken." Male soldiers will be warned, but nature is nature. "Gender equity" is the reason for this problem. You cannot have it both ways. If genders were equal, this would not be a problem because there would be no rapes. Genders are not equal......they are opposites. This is nature's way of populating the earth. The elimination of "don't ask, don't tell" is part of the problem. The denial of freedom of religion is part of the problem. The increase of male on male rape is also relevant. As of late, women will be offered the opportunity to be Navy seals and Army Rangers. It is extremely naive to think that the closeness and comraderie of these groups will not cause further problems. This is all being done in the name of political correctness. The military has its own correctness.  Does it really need to march in step with the rest of society?  Yes, in some ways.  No, in others. It has its own protocols. It does not need civilians to be dictating things that will further complicate a very serious issue. My advice to young women thinking of joining the military: do not do it. Or, if you are determined to be a military person: wait until you are older. Wait and see how these rape scandals play out. The best to you........from an old soldier.