Question by A Hopp: How do i get in touch with any kind of government official for a issue dealing with the military?
For the last 4-5 months i have been doing research and talking to people about joining the military. I make a 100% commitment to joining a branch in the military. I went to the marines, get DQed because of a surgery taking out 10 inches of my colon in july of 2007. I go to the army, and i get DQed. I”m waiting to hear back from the navy tomorrow. I am 20 years old, 185 pounds and in athletic shape, lift weights and run five times a week. There has NEVER been a problem with my surgery since it was done. I want to “stick it to the man” because i am trying to serve my country that most people would say “i couldn’t do that man” and i’m getting screwed for standing up for my country. I just want help to get in contact with a government official of any kind and explain my situation. and don’t tell me it’s fate cause that’s bull.

Best answer:

Answer by jeremy_hancock
I don’t know anything about military health demands, and thus don’t know if your surgery would have any actual repercussions.

Your best bet is probably to contact your Congressman’s office – he/she has staff members that are tasked with assisting constituents with problems such as this. If an exception to the requirements is possible, they would be able to steer you toward how to get it.

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