I just ran across this thread and I gotta tell ya, you took an undeserved beating. No where did I see that you were "spitting" on this boys grave. All I see was that you don't think he should be lauded for doing the right thing. Reminds me of a funny Chris Rock line, he was talking about a young black man basically wanting a medal for taking care of his kids. Chris Rock says something like, "what do you want a medal for?? That's what you're SUPPOSED to do!"
Anyway, I know you aren't intimidated when people start ganging up on you, but I hate to see this "lynch mob" mentality start up on anyone. It's ugly, hateful, childish and uncalled for.
It is a lie that I said anything about Harriett Miers. I never participated in those discussions.
But like you said, I can take it and I refuse to call for back-up, like someone else always does, I can handle things on my own. It is easier to do when you do not lie.
Anyway, hope your holiday was wonderful! Check you mail.