Hey Republicans! You can stop saying you are too old to go to Iraq now.

I often ask war supporters why they haven't signed up to go to Iraq and stand on the front lines yet. The younger ones usually don't asnwer, because frankly, they don't have a good answer. As most of us already know, Republicans and Bush supporters want to tout Bush's talking points and scream about the need for the Iraq war, but they would rather some kid they didn't hang out with in high shcool go "git 'er done". Many of these war lovers immediately jump all over me when asked the question, claiming that they are just too old, and that they would go if they would be admitted.

Well, step away from the computer and start packing. Your time has come.

Strapped by Iraq war, U.S. Army now accepting recruits as old as 42
Associated Press
Posted December 5 2006, 5:18 AM EST

PETERSBURG, Va. -- As the World Trade Center rubble smoldered, Sharon Samuel felt determined to do something for her adopted country; she decided to enlist in the Army. But the Army told the Brooklyn hairdresser she was too old.

Samuel got a second chance this year when the Army increased its maximum enlistment age to 42. So, off she went to Fort Lee, about 25 miles south of Richmond, for training in logistical support.

She has joined more than 1,460 people in the 35-42 age bracket who have enlisted in the Army and Army Reserve since Congress authorized extending the enlistment cut-off beyond age 35.

The change is part of an effort to help the Army reach its recruitment goals amid an unpopular war and mounting casualties.

It is also part of an effort to become more inclusive, said Col. Kevin A. Shwedo, director of operations, plans and training for the Army Accessions Command, which oversees recruiting. "The overall population that you're talking about is minuscule, but what we're gaining in terms of experience and maturity and desire is phenomenal," Shwedo said. "Virtually every one of them is called mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, but they bring a special flair to every soldier in that group."

Of the nation's military services, the Army has the highest age limit, with the others ranging from 27 to 34, and up to 39 for reserve components. Most branches consider waivers for those over the age limit who have prior military service.

So, there you have it. Republicans, war supporters, and Bush lovers alike; GET THEE TO YOUR LOCAL RECRUITMENT OFFICE. Since all of your big mouths never stop flapping, you now have a chance to put your money where your mouth is. I mean, if a 42 year old female hairdresser originally from another country can do it, I don't see why any of you are still here.