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Old 08-16-2013, 12:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Rex E. View Post
I do believe many young service men and their families sign up for food stamps as they can't make it on a soldiers pay. I'd bet they'd be in pretty good shape.
That was true up until about 10-15 years ago. I mean I am sure it still happens.
The sad fact is that I would imagine most junior enlisted people have it better than your average entry level minimum wage worker. The big difference is the housing (on base is rent free) and "free" health care make up for the low wages they get paid.

You would surprised at the BMWs I see at work being driven by Sailors and Marines. It is not because they get paid so much, but some of the single servicemen will squander their whole income on a huge car note, and have no money left over.
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