Military Persuasive Paper to Convince Higher Headquarters. 

Last October, Soldier was stopped by military police for not stopping at a flashing red light and received a DUI. Soldier had 1 passenger at the time but, no one got hurt. Soldier has since then received punishment from leadership but, has a chance to redeem one’s self. Higher headquarters wants to file incident in permanent record which would have a major impact on Soldier’s career if Soldier wants to continue service.

Soldier has an opportunity to present a persuasive paper to convince higher headquarters not to file incident permanently.

List of Reasons why Incident Should not be Filed Permanently:

• Soldier has a family (Spouse & 3-year-old).
• Soldier has been stressed due to COVID-19 and the workload because of it.
• Soldier is currently receiving help for drinking problems.
• Soldier has never been in any kind of trouble in the military.
• Soldier has been serving in the U.S. Army for 6 years.
• Soldier wants to continue service and retire at 20 years of service.
• Soldier wants to retire as a First Sergeant.
• Soldier loves to lead subordinate Soldiers.
• Soldier inspires to be an instructor for junior Soldiers.
• Soldier is a role model for 3 younger siblings.
• Soldier will take the experience from this incident to deter other Soldiers from making the same mistake.
• Soldier has learned from mistake and vows to never let it happen again.