Army Suicides to Top 2008, but Progress Reported

Army officials say they appear to be getting a handle on the problem, but they also admit that suicides among soldiers this year will likely top last year's pace. AP's Sagar Meghani reports. (Nov. 17)

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[meroneyboney]

They must be using the same calculator they use for the economy!!!!!

[bl0000000000]

Maybe they were just suicidal kids who wanted to die in Iraq but then just got lucky and had to finish the job themselves?

[peaceagent99]

I meant that they can't talk about God as a solution to the suicides to the media. They mentioned mental health and substance abuse counselors as a need. I think spirituality should be promoted (if it's not already), because God gives us hope to live. The life and death of Jesus is our best example. God Bless all in the military only God knows thier suffering.

[KamikazeKoscki]

On youtube a military insider said the suicide death toll each month is really 100, that's right 100, the gov. is lying and not telling us the truth, and he uncovered it.

[elspoko]

The military hasn't banned God or talking about God. Have you actually talked to someone in the military? Or are you trying to just lie just to cause a commotion.

[peaceagent99]

They don't know the cause? They need God. That's the biggest issue they can't talk about. Poor souls.

[officialusa]

crappy they do not mention the 18 suicides per day by veterans (6500+ per year).. they are only talking about those who are still enlisted.

[51ENGINE51]

@sterlinglee38  HAHA WE SHOULD SUICIDE BOMB THEM LOL

[ChristinaWatkinson]

lol. true.

[sterlinglee38]

Hey future suicide soldiers, atleast do us a favor and take out a few rag heads while your at it. Atleast you won't be a complete waste then, J/k, Bad J/k