The Soldier and the Constitution

The principle of civilian control of the armed forces and the military's norm of nonpartisanship are bedrock features of democratic governance. While military service members are encouraged to exercise their basic rights as citizens, such as voting, those on active duty face a number of restrictions regarding their political activity. This film helps educate service members on the military's norm of nonpartisanship and why it's critical for the military to avoid the appearance of participating in partisan politics, especially during an election year.

This film and the accompanying article "Instilling the Nonpartisan Ethic at the Unit Level" are intended to assist Army leaders at all levels in teaching and developing a nonpartisan approach to US politics among their personnel. The article by Dr. Heidi Urben can be found at:

DOD Directive 1344.10

Federal Voting Assistance Program

Academy Oath Project

DoD Social Media Policy Page

U.S. Army Social Media Guide

U.S. Air Force Social Media Guide

U.S. Navy Social Media Guide

U.S. Marines Social Media Guide

13:23 Credits

[Lukeclout]

A man fights for his interest harder than for his rights - Napoleon

Meaning for us. Constituition is in essence a social contract between the State, its citizenary and armed forces. It will hold as long as interests do. Interest, not ideals are what holds up the constituition and our nation

[randymasten]

An excellent film for Sergeants Time, LPDs, and individual professional development.

[williamasher]

Defend the Constitution . All you need to remember .

[James-rltj]

Its 1 am on the east coast, this release timing is not ideal. Been looking forward to this.

[KeyserSoze-sbvx]

Take a moment to remind yourself before pandering to those who are risking and have lost more than your table reservation at Dorsia.

[lojothrasher]

My brothers & sisters please get your construction & Read it. Please do your own thinking.