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Hasan suggested military release conscientious objectors

WASHINGTON (AP) - An Army officer suspected in the massacre in Fort Hood had suggested allowing Muslim soldiers out of the military.

Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan was shot by police during Thursday's attacks and he remains hospitalized today in San Antonio.

The Washington Post today reports Hasan warned a year and a half ago that to "decrease adverse events" -- the U.S. military should let Muslim soldiers be released as conscientious objectors.

The report says Hasan said the release would help -- instead of having Muslim soldiers fighting in wars against other Muslims.

The Army psychiatrist made the recommendation to senior Army doctors at Walter Reed Medical Center. That's where Hasan spent six years as an intern, resident and fellow before being transferred to Fort Hood.

The presentation says, quote:

"It's getting harder and harder for Muslims in the service to morally justify being in a military that seems constantly engaged against fellow Muslims."