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„Nem így kell embert faragni belőlünk!” – kifakadt Ruszin-Szendi Romuluszra a n…
Halmi István videóüzenetében kiemelte, hogy a sorkatonai szolgálattal elvettek tőle másfél évet, amikor tanulhatott, dolgozhatott vagy vállalkozhatot…
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Former Conscript's Harrowing Account Fuels Debate on Military Service Reinstatement
Budapest, Hungary – A compelling personal testimony from former conscript Istvan Halmi has injected a potent emotional dimension into the ongoing national debate regarding the potential reintroduction of mandatory military service. Halmi, speaking directly from his own experiences, shared a harrowing account of his time in service, including the tragic suicide of a fellow soldier who succumbed to the overwhelming pressures. "They told us they would make men out of us," Halmi recounted in his widely viewed video, "but all I felt was the 'carving' process, without any real positive change." He went on to detail a stark contrast between the military's stated goals and his actual learning outcomes. "We learned to steal, cheat, lie, slack off, steal time, and steal work," he asserted, painting a picture of a system that fostered negative behaviors rather than character development. The discussion around reinstating conscription has gained traction, notably following suggestions from figures such as Ruszin-Szendi Romulusz. Halmi unequivocally opposes this, arguing that the 1.5 years he spent in service were a significant loss, time that could have been dedicated to education, professional advancement, or entrepreneurial pursuits. "There is no need for conscription; this is not how we should make men out of ourselves," he stated, advocating for individual liberty and the freedom to pursue productive paths. His powerful narrative underscores the psychological impact and perceived futility of his conscription period, offering a critical perspective that challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding military service and its role in societal development.
