As a member of the US Navy, my wife enjoy an extra benefit that is not provided by the Department of Defense. Many businesses will provide a military discount upon request and presenting of your military ID.
The freedoms that these companies enjoy are because of our form of government and those who are willing to protect and maintain the American way of life. I once worked for an individual who grew up in Romania. He was part of the popular uprising in that country that ended communist rule. He then attempted to open a IT business in the free Romania. He was not able to compete because he could not bribe the customs officials. To get anything through customs, he had to pay the legally required fees, but then he also had to bribe the government workers to do their jobs of releasing the equipment. His competitors had the funding to make the bribes. He moved to America and now runs a successful business. He has a successful business because of our strong military and form of government.
Many businesses will give a 10% discount. All you need to do is ask for a “military discount” or “military pricing.” Even if the business has not been asked this question before, the manager will often grant a discount. Whether they do or not, always thank them. These discounts are not required, should not be expected, and never should be abused. When given, they help military families who send loved ones into harms way, often for less pay then those of us who never serve our country.
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